April Freeman

April Freeman

I have lived on my southeastern farm for almost ten years. I help raise the family's beef cattle, and have helped with chickens too. I am a self taught seamstress and love cooking and baking, especially pies! Homeschooling my four children is one of my passions.
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almost everything I know, I taught myself!

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Homeschooling, farming, gardening, sewing, art, parenting, cooking, baking, household management, crafting, raising chickens

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You will be surprised what you can do if you tackle things with a good positive attitude!

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  • When Homeschooling Might Not Be for Your Family
    12/19/2011
    Homeschooling is an individual decision. It is up to each family to decide whether or not this popular education option is right for your family. Here are five occasions when homeschooling may not be for you.
  • How to Get More Done
    12/19/2011
    Everyone has 24 hours in a day. By using these tips, you can work smarter and get more done than you have ever thought.
  • Creative Gift-wrap--Recycled Paint Can
    12/19/2011
    If you have some empty paint cans available, you can create a beautiful gift container with them!
  • Does Permanence Really Matter?
    12/19/2011
    Book publishers are moving toward using substandard materials in making new books. The materials wear out more quickly than they used to, but consumers have not been told of this issue.
  • Three Days Left with My Three-Year-Old
    12/11/2011
    I knew this stage of life would end at some point; I just didn't think it would fly by so quickly. In three days he will be four years old.
  • Microwave Fudge
    12/11/2011
    Traditional fudge can be a trick recipe to create. This recipe makes it easy to make a tasty candy treat for gifts or just to enjoy yourself.
  • Christmas Toffee
    12/8/2011
    This delicious candy treat seems like it would be complicated to make. But it is so simple and only requires a few ingredients to create a tasty concoction that is perfect for Christmas gifts.
  • Should Students Have to Maintain a High GPA to Get a Student Loan?
    12/7/2011
    Scholarships require minimum GPA's, and scholarship recipients take their work seriously. Shouldn't student loan recipients be equally as motivated?
  • Taking a Toddler to the Dentist
    11/30/2011
    The thought of taking a toddler to the dentist is horrifying to most parents. By preparing him beforehand, this can be a less traumatic event for everyone.
  • Five Minutes a Day to a Sparkling Clean Bathroom
    11/30/2011
    It does not take much time at all for your bathrooms to be spotless every single day. Here are 5 tips to clean the bathroom in no time flat.
  • Tips for Cooking in Cast Iron
    11/30/2011
    Cast iron has been around for years. These pans are long-lasting and perfect for household use. Discover some tips for using cast iron cookware.
  • Teaching Toddlers to Help at Home
    11/30/2011
    A toddler can do so much more than many parents expect. Take advantage of their enthusiasm and desire to work with you by allowing them to work alongside you. Chores and jobs for toddlers can be more help to the parent than you would imagine.
  • How to Conquer Mount Washmore
    11/29/2011
    For families, especially those with young children, laundry can seem never ending. It can be discouraging because unless everyone is sitting around the house naked, it is continually being generated. Here are some laundry tips to help keep it manageable.
  • Some of the Benefits and Drawbacks of Home-schooling
    11/3/2011
    Some people love the idea of home-schooling. However, it carries its own unique challenges that a wise parent will carefully consider before committing to this educational venture.
  • Homeschool Kindergarten for Practically Nothing
    10/21/2011
    It is not necessary to purchase piles of expensive books and a full Kindergarten program for your child. It can be accomplished quite simply with online resources, good library books and a couple inexpensive reference books.
  • Natural, Homemade Scrubs for Your Skin
    10/17/2011
    One does not have to break the bank to have beautiful looking skin. This article describes some home-made exfoliants created from items that almost every kitchen has handy. Save money by mixing up your own natural scrubs for your skin.
  • Tips for Taming the Tongue
    10/11/2011
    Have you ever said something and immediately wished the ground would open up and swallow you? Perhaps it was in bad taste or just something unkind that you had not completely thought through. This article has five good methods for reforming your speech.
  • October
    10/6/2011
    A short poem about my favorite time of year, describing all the things I love best about it.
  • Nature
    9/29/2011
    Here on our farm, there is so much nature to observe and enjoy. These are various pictures I have collected through the years.

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