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Tracey in TX

01-31-2008, 03:41 PM

Kids are driving me crazy and pummeling each other. My head is pounding and I'm wondering if I made a huge mistake hs'ing my high energy gaggle.
What do y'all do on days like this? We haven't accomplished one entire lesson today where everyone participated. Honestly, we've only done science and spelling so far--and it's 1:30pm. I want to run for the hills...

Suggestions, please?
Thanks,

Kelli in TN

01-31-2008, 03:43 PM

Find them something to do that does not require your oversight, brew some hot tea for yourself and curl up with a book. If they disturb your peace, threaten them within an inch of their lives.

Some days are just like this. I raise my cup o' tea to you in hopes that tomorrow is so wonderful that today becomes a blurry memory.

Adrianne

01-31-2008, 03:52 PM

I am coming down with a cold and feel bad today. So the kids are getting a movie.

If you feel the need to do educational things, may be games? How about just quiet time in their room?

I hope your head feels better.

Adrianne

OH_Homeschooler

01-31-2008, 04:09 PM

Cadam

01-31-2008, 04:16 PM

educational movie for them. Chocolate and tea for you. We call these mental health days (mom's mental health that is) If it was Spring I would suggest a good run at the park but I bet it is a little cold for you there right now.

godpoetry

01-31-2008, 04:31 PM

When I have a headache, my kids know to do their work or find something to do. The oldest takes care of the youngest. They watch television or a video. We usually keep things from the library for these occasions since I have migraines. It is o.k. to rest when not feeling well, that is one of the perks of homeschooling.

Tracey in TX

01-31-2008, 05:55 PM

Thank you for the suggestions. We watched some mindless movies to calm down and regain our serenity.