This morning I woke up to an unexpected surprise. I walked into Avery's room after I rolled out of bed to find that she was up and ready for the day! Her bed was made, math homework finished, and all dressed. Sometimes I feel like a broken record..."have you made your bed yet?" "Are your teeth brushed?" It was refreshing and encouraging to see some initiative. The nice part about homeschooling is that most of the time we can pick the schedule for our day. I am however a stickler about making sure the kids are up and ready, do their chores and dressed. I never allow school time in pj's, unless we are under the weather. I notice a real lack of effort in learning when my girls are in their pj's. It's just a rule I have and it works for us.
I know that from personal experience I feel better and more motivated when I am dressed and take the time to prepare for my day. I'm a firm believer that we get what we give and it's nice to see Avery start to recognize that as well. I was amused when she said, with her calendar in hand..."I have a very busy day today mom! I have school this morning, I walk the dog at 1:00, math this afternoon and then dance class at 4:15. I thought I better get going since it's going to be a busy day." Oh...the day in the life of a 9 year old. This girl is going places and I adore her!
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