Critical Thinking

Tate is taking a Critical Thinking class this year. I am totally loving it and have read all of his material.  I’m trying to do all the exercises and take the tests, too! Here are his notes to help us sort out “arguments”.

Treasure Hunt

Kevin left Marissa a billion little notes in her desk at school when we went to Curriculum Night.  She was discovering little love letters from Dad for weeks.  She finally found the last one and brought it home.

Field Trip

Marissa's class

I got to be a chaperone on Marissa's first field trip. We went to Naper Settlement in Naperville, IL to understand living in the 1800s.

Camping

I got to be a chaperone on Marissa's first field trip. We went to Naper Settlement in Naperville, IL to understand living in the 1800s.

Camping

Yes. I took three kids camping by myself. Lil' bit proud of that.

Another Really Cool Science Experiment- Density

Picnic

The boys were on a trip to Kentucky, so Marissa and I took advantage of our time together.   She had a particular hill in mind that she wanted to have a picnic, so off we went. We had lots of fun together.

Marissa and Bekah

Science Project- Density

First Day of School for Gzer, 6th Grade

Northwestern

Goofing Around

Along the Waterfront on Lake Michigan, Northwestern University campus

Tate at Northwestern University

Smooch

I asked Garett if he would rather work on his Bible or History.  He did not really want to do either.  He gave me a big smile and said, “Can’t we just smooch and call it a day?"

Dance

This is a very exciting time to be Mr. Tate Button. The principal of the local middle school has approved Tate's dual enrollment. That means that Tate can take math class at the middle school while still being home schooled for the rest of his subjects. His new status also allows him to attend DANCES! Friday was Tate's first dance. He tore it up on the dance floor on Friday night apparently! :) Though I wouldn't know- he wouldn't let me go!

friend

Marissa has found the sweetest friend at the barn! Lauren let Marissa ride her horse this week and I thought Marissa was going to DIE of excitement!

Squeeze Me

Tate found a sticker on his new jacket, and found a new place for it. So if you see him, please squeeze.

Mom and Miss Pedicures

Mom and Miss Pedicures

My Hot Husband

Scarfing

With her Bros

First Day of School

1st Day of School

Cotton Creek

First Day of School

Marissa is going to public school for the first time! She is in Mrs. Bieritz's class. Fourth Grade.

Snacky Notes

The kids got a host of snacks during school store. Because we don't typically have lots of "good" snacks in the house, they were living in fear that their snacks would be eaten. They left Dad notes warning him not to eat their snacks!

School Store Games

Somehow, school store has evolved from just picking up your school supplies to playing games. In this game, Marissa had to retrieve a Lifesaver from a pile of flour.

School Store 2013-2014

I miss you.

Treeclimber

Where is Marissa? Probably in a tree. No matter that we are leaving for church and she has a dress on….

Knockout

Tate participated in a basketball camp this summer. On one of the last days, they had an ultimate Knockout competition. Tate won! He brought home a goodie bag of loot! Good job, Tate!

Six Flags

Rollercoaster

Six Flags

Linewaiting….

Gingerbread House

Marissa and Tate decided to put together a gingerbread house. Who cares that it is July? Christmas in July!