I have been wanting to go to the “Secret City” since we moved to this area. Finally, I decided to just make a day of it and take a home school field trip to the American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee (aka. the Secret City). I talked my sister into […]
Who Needs Snow for Sledding?
November 27, 2010 by
I don’t know if it is all over the South or not, but sledding on grassy slopes is popular in our area. Although we do occasionally get snow, the most use purchased sleds get seems to be on the grass. A sled is not necessary though. Grass sledding can be done almost as well (if […]
That is Zum Soap
September 22, 2010 by
My daughter and I had been looking at (and smelling) the bar soaps every time we go the the natural foods store. Yes, I am easily amused. I have been particularly fascinated by the large bars that are sold by the pound. You just take this unusual knife and slice yourself off as much as […]
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis: Fantasitic
August 26, 2010 by
Our “un-schooling” homeschooling session included a trip to The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. It was fantastic. The museum occupies an entire block. It is four stories tall and has a basement. It hosts multiple traveling exhibits at the same time. It has a planetarium, a large food court, a wonderful water clock, and excellent permanent […]