Encouraging Hearts and Home-- Keeping Real Busy

I keep telling my husband I don't know how these public school parents do it!  I have been so spoiled for the past 8 or so years that our days are busy and full and our nights are nice and quiet.  Now just two weeks into having one son in public school & we have activities on three nights; a new karate class & 2 nights of driver's ed.  Trying to juggle homework, cooking & meals, and who's driving whom where and when is making my feel so hurried and disorganized.  I know we'll adjust fine but wow it has really shown us just how nice, quiet, and simple our lives were.  

And Now, for This Week's Encouraging Hearts & Home Blog Hop!

 
Join your Encouraging Hearts & Home Co-Hosts each week for encouragement and support for your heart & your home. We hope to provide a space that builds each other up and lends a helping hand along the way. With all the negativity in the world, let's shine a positive light!


The post with the most views from last week:

Easy DIY Bottle Cap Pumpkins from Doodle Buddies




Some of my favorites from last week:

Tiramisu French Toast by Marilyn's Treats




Mosaic Garden Table by Selep Imaging






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  1. HollySeptember 10, 2020 at 5:37 AM

    I know how you feel- I think it takes at least two weeks to find a rhythm and get into a routine but those first couple of weeks are exhausting- hang in there Mama!

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    1. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:36 PM

      I have been asleep by 8:30/9:00 every single night this week! I just know that as soon as we find a good routine it's all going to change again (literally; as Alec switches to distance learning in another week).

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  2. Treat and TrickSeptember 10, 2020 at 5:58 AM

    Thanks for hosting, stay safe and healthy...

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  3. MelissaSeptember 10, 2020 at 7:14 AM

    Y'all will adjust soon! Embrace and enjoy, they will be gone to college in a flash!
    Melissa | Little Frugal Homestead

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    1. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:37 PM

      I know! We're already talking SAT's with my oldest. Crazy how fast that happens.

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  4. Julie's Creative LifestyleSeptember 10, 2020 at 8:41 AM

    Thanks for hosting and enjoy your day and the weekend.

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  5. Michele MorinSeptember 10, 2020 at 8:45 AM

    We experienced the same thing: the more involved we became with public school, the less control we had over our time. For us, it was worth it!

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    1. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:48 PM

      I think it will be worth it too but it's quite an adjustment for sure.

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  6. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasSeptember 10, 2020 at 9:37 AM

    Thanks so much for taking the time to host each week!!
    It is greatly appreciated!!
    Stay safe, healthy and happy!
    Hugs,
    Deb

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  7. EllibelleSeptember 10, 2020 at 11:26 AM

    The mosaic table looks amazing! While I've never been a homeschool mom, but I too admire how working moms juggle it all! I worked very part time for most of time being a mom, until I became a full time stay at home parent.

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    1. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:51 PM

      I have always been to thankful to have had the ability to stay home (though I did work a year or two because I wanted to).

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  8. likeschocolateSeptember 10, 2020 at 2:15 PM

    It's a struggle for sure! Have a great weekedn!

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    1. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:50 PM

      It really is! We made it through the week though and we'll keep on keeping on.

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  9. Kari September 10, 2020 at 5:13 PM

    Thinking of you this week as you adjust to your new schedule. I hope he is adjusting well too! :)

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    1. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:49 PM

      He really is adjusting so well; I was rather surprised since he's such a night owl and tend to like sleeping late but he is up at 5 and all ready to go waiting for me each day.

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  10. Joanne September 11, 2020 at 7:50 PM

    You're welcome! Thank you for sharing your yummy recipes with us.

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  11. LyshaSeptember 11, 2020 at 10:07 PM

    My son that is a junior has been begging to do online school since that is an option. He said he’ll have so much more time to get everything done since he has a job and activities after school. Just not sure I’m on board with that as of right now.

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    1. Joanne September 12, 2020 at 6:04 AM

      I think it really depends on the school; a few around here require kids to log in for each class all day long and others are allowing kids to finish up their work rather quickly and have a good 1/2 day to themselves.

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