Author Archives: Franci

Resource Guide for the Coronavirus Homeschool Parent

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Like many of you, I have been thrust into schooling my kids at home. Homeschooling is something I have seriously considered in the past, but good public schools have always been available. We’ve been pleased with public school, but part of me is excited about this extra time I get to spend with my boys.

I know the idea of adding schooling to your workload may seem very overwhelming. Time is an issue. Some schools are not giving out specific curriculum– it’s more resources and it’s left to parents to pick and choose. This can be very challenging. Even for myself and I’ve got an undergraduate degree in Elementry Education. Homeschooling can seem daunting.

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Coping During the Coronavirus Outbreak

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Y’all “Dat Rona” is crazy. It has taken me this long just to process what is happening. My kids have been home from school for over a week now. I’m drowning in the weight of all the aftermath of this virus hitting our neck of the woods.

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Wanna Chat Over Coffee?

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How are you? I’d love to know.

I’ve been a little scattered the past couple of weeks. At the beginning of March, a tornado hit Nashville in the middle of the night. Thankfully we were not affected but other areas of Nashville saw destruction and loss of life. Also, the first confirmed case of the coronavirus hit Tennessee. Needless to say, it’s been a crazy couple of weeks.

Enough bad news, now let’s get to chatting. Here are some things I’ve been wanting to share.

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