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A glimpse into our lessons last week. Science: Making a solution, and learning about the moon. We ended it with baking a moon cake and enjoying it during our afternoon snack. #wellofaith #livingtruth #life #family #january2019 #weeklylessons #glimpseofhomeschooling #learningislife #ohlenirae #ohkaleakat #ohvantheman https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs6SvMVg3OT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1x6zhaumuby4f

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This is what #homeschool looks like in our home. It's also known as #life. #wellofaith #livingtruth #parenting #foodprep #learningtocook #fixate #fixatecookbook #raisingwarriors #ohkaleakat #ohlianthelion #ohlenirae https://www.instagram.com/p/BstjqTFAoTi/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1h8d5uz853a64

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Beautiful in every way. #wellofaith #ohkaleakat #fallfun #motherdaughtershenanigans #NoVA2018 https://www.instagram.com/p/BnozKCag3Le/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1hem2yipqolp0

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#ohkaleakat created a new piece of art. Every day she learns a new skill. I am constantly impressed by her abilities. #artofig #wellofaith #art #thisishomeschool #life #drawing #ohkaleakatart #love #growingup

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On May 30, at 1149 in the morning, we welcomed this precious baby boy into our arms. He was born weighing 8 pounds 1 ounce, with a length of 22 inches. My heart is full. #wellofaith #newborn #birth #motherhood #life #blessings #ohkaleakat #ohvantheman #ohlianthelion #raisingarrows #fullheart

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#ohkaleakat heard about an art contest through the #YMCA. To enter she needed to create a picture depicting a fairytale scene that involved food. She chose Beauty and the Beast. She worked very hard on this, and is understandably proud of her work. #wellofaith #theyfeedskids #artistintraining #artisimportant #homeschool

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My loves. #wellofaith #mothersday2018 #ohlenirae #ohkaleakat #ohvantheman

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My little magician. #wellofaith #magicshow #mykiddos #ohkaleakat #mothersday2018

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Nothing ends a good day like ice cream sandwiches. My children crack me up. #wellofaith #livingtruth #icecreamlover #bluebunny #ohvantheman #ohkaleakat #ohlenirae #siblings #familytime #familynight #NoVA2018 #familydinners

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Moments like this I will always treasure. #wellofaith #livingtruth #life #ohkaleakat #ohvantheman #ohlenirae #NoVa2017 #blessings #raisingarrows #siblinglove

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A momentary lull in the otherwise daily insanity. I know this is merely the calm before the next storm, but it's these fleeting moments that make my heart happiest. #wellofaith #ohlenirae #ohvantheman #ohkaleakat #raisingarrows #raisingreaders #readaloudrevival #homeschooling #bookworms #peace #thankfulness #picturebooks

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To the put together lady who walked into Burger King today: for a moment I was envious of you and your styled hair, dress pants, and high heeled shoes. I've been pouring from an empty cup for so long, I can barely remember what it is like to wear something other than workout pants and a messy bun. My hands haven't seen a nail salon in so long, they may go into shock if they ever experience one again. I was sitting here, in the otherwise empty play area, envious of you, and wondering if it would be bad parenting to take a nap while my kids played. Then this happened. All three of my kids, smiles and giggles, gathered around me for a picture. The first time in a long time there have been smiles instead of bickering and whining. I may not be put together, and sometimes I might even miss the woman who was, but for now, I'll embrace these rare moments, and pray for joy instead of weariness. #wellofaith #parenting #anxiety #ohlenirae #ohkaleakat #ohvantheman #motherhood #parentingisexhausting

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Today this crazy girl turned 10. Ever day she gets more sure of herself and more independent. It won't be long before she is a teenager, with even more drama than I'll know what to do with. Until then I'll try tontale a step back and embrace our daily struggles right along with the giggles, grins, and deep discussions. 💃 While we are still technically homeless as we continue navigating this transition, our family of the heart made sure she had a wonderful day filled with midday cake and Ice cream, birthday songs, and gifts. Between our special birthday outing yesterday (My Little Pony Movie and Bottomless Shrimp), and today, she has definitely been celebrated. 🎂Happiest of Birthdays to my Mini-me!🎂 #wellofaith #life #10yrsold #birthday #NoVAorbust #ohkaleakat #NoVa2017 #growingup

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My eldest daughter loves to draw, and this is her newest artwork. She pointed out how she made the cat's hind legs realistic. ❤ #ohkaleakat #artistinresidence #homeschool #life #NoVa2017

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My daughter and I had a bit of a rough go today. Attitudes were rough and emotions were high. This evening she surprised me with this snack. It warmed my heart to see a kinder side of her after so much discord. Maybe our conversation paid off. #wellofaith #livingtruth #life #anxiety #parenting #livinglavidaNoVa #ohkaleakat

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With the beautiful weather, we took time out to enjoy some much needed family time outside. 🌳🌻 These two, they drive me batty--daily, but there are moments when they're together and my heart fills with joy. ❤ This, right here, makes all the battles, the bickering, the tears (both theirs and mine), worth it. It reminds me God is in control, not me. ☝ #wellofaith #livingtruth #mychristianwalk #365daysofJesus #familyfirst #familytraditions #siblings #mommalife #OhVantheMan #OhKaleaKat