Half Way Thru

Well here it is! The halfway mark! And we're still doing fine! I am happy that I have had the support of so many since starting this journey. The kids are working on their mid-year Math exams as I type. They have done very well so far.  I just gave Chase his assessment and he is right on! We may have to move him on up to 1st grade work.  He is getting a bit bored with the K work. We'll see. After today we are taking a short break to celebrate the birth of our Savior, then it's back to work sometime next week.  I hope you all have a very merry CHRISTmas and a Happy New Year!!  God bless!!

The kids made some things for the nursing home visit.

The turkey's already done 'em in

Our sweet niece Madison

Abby's model of a cell...that was fun!

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Abby's model of a cell...that was fun!

Zach fell asleep while I was reading to him and Chase. So sweet.

Zach practicing with the bow and arrow during 4H

Branden practicing with the bow and arrow during 4H

Zach with his new yellow belt, patch and certificate.

Branden with his yellow belt and patch.

It's All About the Name

So I contacted my name sake today....This is what I wrote to the "contact us" on their site, The Hemphill's

Hi.  My name is L'Briska and I am 31 years old.  My grandmother is a very big fan of the Hemphill's and named me after Lebreeska Hemphill.  I have told the story to so many whom have asked where the name came from, but never really sat down to research the woman who I was named after.  My mother changed the spelling of it to L'Briska (not legally) when she submitted for my social security number when I was a baby.  It wasn't until I was taking my driving test at the age of 17 that I found out when looking at my birth certificate for the first time, that my name is actually spelled Lebreeska.  I was so shocked!  LOL  That's when I first researched the Hemphill's and found a few things about the group.  I love the fact that I have a story like this to tell about my name! I think Mrs. Hemphill is a beautiful woman and has an amazing voice that lifts up the name of our Savior and I am proud to share her name.  Just wanted to share with you my story.  May God continue to bless your family!  ~ L'Briska Robertson



Joel and Lebreeska Hemphill

                                                              The Hemphill's Home Page



Abby with her yellow belt, certificate and patch! Way to go Abby!

Wish List...I Wish!

So, I have found the flaw in homeschooling.  When I ask the kids to go home and ask their parents to donate to the copy paper supply...they just look at me like I'm crazy.  Hahahahaha!  Good thing, we are going to recycle all this paper we use.  We use LOTS!! 

If anyone would like to donate, send me a comment.  LOL  J/K

Our pond in the morning.

Pre anniversary roses

We can spell!

Yay for smart kids!!  The kids all made 100% on their tests this morning!!  Love it!!!

Chase made a scarecrow for his S theme today!

Smoky Mountain Majesty

Magnificent, untouched, natural beauty here....

Why anyone would question God's existence after witnessing such natural beauty is beyond my belief.  This is God's beautiful creation at it's finest.  Thank you Jesus for such beauty here on earth.  I know, only just a glimpse of what we have is store for us one day!  God Bless you all this Autumn season!!

Halloween is Near

Our oldest Branden, on the beach in Florida. He has grown into such a big boy. He starts high school next year. We're not decided if he's going back to public school or is going to stay home. We'll see. So proud of all our kids.

Chase made a Peacock to go with his lesson on the letter P today.

A little taste

The tattoo we got on the pirate ship

Gosh that's beautiful

Chase and Zach digging in the sand.

Man that's pretty.

Our new little friend that Chase found at the pool.

The view as we walk.

Sea birds

Sunset at the beach

Panama City in October

Jayden (our nephew) and Chase Playin

Here we are, at the beach, in October.  Chilly mornings and warm afternoons.  Perfect fall weather.  Day 1 was, as always, very busy.  We checked in and unpacked, dolphins greeted us from our 13th floor balcony as if they were welcoming us to Panama City Beach, then we spent the day at the beach.  This is my sisters kids first trip to the beach, and they were so excited!  They had so much fun!  Ended the day with grocery shopping for the week and a great family dinner at my sister and brothers room.  We are looking forward to a fabulous Monday here on the sandy beaches of our very own paradise.  God is great in his majesty to allow us to enjoy such beauty here on earth!  We are very blessed.  Always! 

 

Flowers for Her Garden

Driving past the garden nursery today I caught a glimpse of an older lady picking through a rack of flowers. The sight wasn't unusual. This woman deciding what would go into her flower bed wasn't my interest. What spoke to me was that she was doing this all alone. This made me realize that one day my kids will be grown and I too will make those trips, which presently consist of several rambunctious children, all alone. It was a reminder to me, that no matter how frustrated and tiring being a mother can be at times, it will always be trumped by having to let them go one day. I'm holding onto the time I have now and not taking one moment for granted. When the times aren't so sweet, I'll just think about that lady at the nursery and remember how great I really do have it.  I love my sweet babies. 

Zach and chase in their taekwondo uniforms.

God's morning glory. Headed to taekwondo this beautiful chilly morning. Afterwards, we're going to get sewing supplies for Abby's lesson tomorrow. Then a trip to the library and last, getting our dog Harley his rabies shot. Busy busy day! We love it!

Zach with his coach.

Zach with his 2010 Kid Pitch Fall Ball Trophy. Go Cubs!

Our pretty crape myrtles.

Today has been great! Taekwondo this morning and 4H this afternoon. Now we're at Sams enjoying sundaes and pretzels. Yum.

Chase

Taekwondo class

Zach reading the bible learning about Abraham.

Chase in his first taekwondo class

They are so sweet when they sleep. Our little miracles.

The Scarecrowsons

This is just a test.....

Today has definately been a test.  My children have really placed it on me today.  I know we are in our home and this is supposed to be a relaxed setting, but my children do not understand the difference in "schools in session" and "schools out."  I ask them if they would act this way if they were in school, and their answer is always no.  So, it makes me wonder, where is their respect for me as their teacher?  Well, they are about to find out.  We are having a family meeting this evening over dinner about respect.  I hope it goes well.  I will not tolerate even the kidding undertones of even a bit of disrepect from our children and they are about to get "TOLD!"  Please send any and all prayers our way.  Thanks!  =)

Peanut butter muffins mmmm

Abby making spiced apple muffins. Yum.

Abby taking baking lessons from her mama.

Chase with his head in the bowl after making peanut butter muffins. Lol

Chase learning to jump rope.

Abby jumping rope.

I banned the kids from the house so I could clean. The girls are working on a puzzle on a blanket in the front yard.

Chase working on counting and writing numbers 1-5. He is doing excellent!

Abby got a 100 on her spelling test this morning! Yay for smart kids!

Zach's spelling test! He got 105! Yahoo! We're doing something right!

Chase with his boots on. He ain't cool is he?