Let’s be honest – a lot of things get a little more difficult in life as soon as you have children. Going out anywhere takes two, three, maybe four times longer. But you go through it because staying in is a lot harder, too. And while every parent wouldn’t change their little ones for the […]
Forget Minimalism, Maximalism is the Home Trend You Need Right Now
For years designers have been telling us to use minimalism in our homes, but now the trend is moving away from it and maximalism is taking its place. This does not mean you should rush out and buy things to fill all your rooms; it is more to do with colors and lighting, mixing and […]
The Master And His Apprentices Review
Looking for art history homeschool curriculum for your high schooler? Let me tell you about our review of The Master and His Apprentices: Art History from a Christian Perspective created by The Master and His Apprentices. This post contains affiliate links. My website is my job, and helps to support our family. If you decide to buy something […]
Easy Ways To Start Saving Money Every Month
Many people struggle to cover their costs on a monthly basis, however much or however little they might earn. Financial management requires more than a good salary; it requires an ability to plan ahead and ensure that you think of costs in terms of the bigger picture. Here are some easy ways to start saving […]
Homeschool Room – Creating The Perfect Space For Homeschooling
If you have decided to homeschool your kids, there is plenty that you first need to think about in order to ensure you can do so properly. One of the major considerations here is what kind of space you are going to need in the home, and how you might be able to make it […]
How To Safely Transport The Most Precious Thing You Own – Moving With Your Photos
It’s summertime, the most common time of year to relocate. Chances are if you’re not moving this summer, you know someone who is. You can find all sorts of advice and tips for yourself or your friend about how to carefully transport a large TV or your wedding china, but what about the most precious […]
Product Review of Persuasive Writing and Classical Rhetoric by Silverdale Press LLC
My daughter is learning to be a writer and we wanted writing curriculum that teaches students how to write well, so we tried the high school level Persuasive Writing & Classical Rhetoric: Practicing the Habits of Great Writers program from Silverdale Press LLC for this product review with The Old Schoolhouse Homeschool Review Crew. This post contains […]
Product Review of MaxScholar Online Homeschool Reading Program
We recently had the opportunity to review a one year online subscription to the Reading Intervention Programs from MaxScholar so here are our thoughts. This post contains affiliate links. My website is my job, and helps to support our family. If you decide to buy something you see mentioned here, I would be so thankful if you clicked […]
Break The Cycle: Making Sure Your Home Stays Clean And Tidy
Your home should be a refuge from the outside world and all its problems. It should be a sanctuary and a temple of rest and relaxation. Had a rough day at work? Your boss held you back for a promotion? The train home was crowded and the person you sat next to had a serious […]
Cheap Wedding Ideas For Summer Outdoor Receptions
Summer weddings are so popular and the photographs are just beautiful with all the greenery around the bride and groom. What a fabulous time to enjoy this special day with your friends and family. Are you starting to add up all the people you want to invite? Are you getting concerned that you may not […]
How to Create a Rustic Feel In Your House
If you have just bought a old home and would like to create a unique style while preserving some of the original features while renovating, you will have to be careful to strike the right balance between modern and traditional features. Even if you have a modern cottage, you can create a rustic feel inside […]
The Financial Factors To Consider When Buying A Car
Aside from buying a house, the family car is probably the most significant financial purchase that you’ll ever make. While we all have those visions of driving around in our dream vehicles, tackling this process with a sense of practicality is essential. Not least when dealing with the monetary aspects. This is a contributed post […]
Product Review of ARTistic Pursuits Art Instruction Books with DVD & Blu-Ray
My seven and five-year-old children helped me do a product review by doing art lessons with the book and DVD set, Art for Children, Building a Visual Vocabulary; which is part of the ARTistic Pursuits Art Instruction Books with DVD and Blu-Ray™ series from ARTistic Pursuits Inc. This post contains affiliate links. My website is my job, and […]
5 Ways You Can Express Yourself Today
Expressing yourself is important if you want to feel like you’re living an authentic life that aligns with who you want to be and what you want to do. Expressing yourself can help to relieve tension, gain clarity on your emotions, feel less anxious about a situation, forget your worries, and so much more. If […]