What NOT to do in Northern Ireland
Don’t give yourself ONE day to see everything, like we did! I originally booked our trip not realizing how many fun things…
Top 7 things to see around Sligo
County Leitrim is so cool–it feels ancient! I love history! Utah, where we live, was not settled until 1847 (although our area…
What you MUST see driving from Galway to Westport
1. Dunguaire Castle and the thatched-roof homes around it On the way to Westport we stopped first at Dunguaire castle, near Kinvara….
7 ways to get a head start on your garden
I love gardening, and we have a huge garden, so I have to start thinking about it early and get a head…
How to be a fantastic INTJ homeschool mom
Sometimes I make tiger moms look like newborn, mewling kittens. Sorry, kids, but I’m not sorry! I do have high expectations of…
EASY and nutritious additive/preservative-free ‘ranch’ dip
Stir the following into an 8 oz. carton of full-fat sour cream: 1 tsp. parsley flakes, crushed between your fingers 1 tsp….
The Saving Nature of Family Work
Grrrr! ALL of the tiny corn seedlings, except for one perfect row, had emerged in one six-inch-diameter circle. I immediately knew…
Saxon Math for Homeschoolers: 7 Important Things to Know!
Questions about Saxon Math for homeschoolers? An 18-year veteran homeschooler offers advice on Saxon Math levels, placement tests, and more.
48 Hours in Galway: 5 things you MUST see
We’ll get to our 5 top things to do in Galway shortly, but first this little diversion is worth mentioning. Sunday…
5 must-see attractions in Killarney
Read about our previous adventures in Ireland here: The best way to spend 2 days in Dublin Driving is the best…