Elizabeth, 3rd grade, has really enjoyed and excelled in school this year. It seems like things are just clicking for her better. We tried a new math program called Math U See, and she just loved it. She is reading all the time which is awesome when I think back to the challenges. She continues to take piano lessons and is a natural; it is wonderful to hear her fill the house with music. She is already looking forward to when summer school starts (she is a little bit of an overachiever type).
Olivia, 2nd grade, had a more challenging year than she remembered in 1st grade; she had more subjects and was surprised to find out that they got harder. Thankfully, I have not found any gray hairs yet, but I know they are coming. She prepared for two sacraments this year, first reconciliation and first communion, which was very exciting and time consuming. She also started with the Math U See program this year, and she seemed to really like it as well. The trouble is getting her to sit still long enough get the work done; she's our go getter. She is learning the love of cuddling up to a good book but would much rather be on the move.
Pauly, kindergarten, had his first year of school. Kindergarten is always very relaxed and not too structured for us, but he has come along way. I am amazed at his creativity; his drawings are a prized possession. He is learning to read and loves math. Where do they get it from? Must be their dad. Pauly started occupational therapy which he loves; it is fantastic. We are learning so much and it awesome to see how he is benefiting. 
Gabriella is about to turn 2 in 10 days, yikes! She is such a character. Not talking a whole lot, but she is full of spunk and personality. We may be in for trouble with this one. She was all over the park; no fear. I thought Elizabeth was going to have a heart attack watching and running every time Gabriella started to climb something. She loves to play school when the kids are working on their homework. She gets her stuff and proudly sits amongst them concentrating on her work. 
Then there's Georgie. His goals are crawling and eating people food, and he is tenacious about both. It won't be long before he is fully mobile, Lord help me. As for food, it is a must to keep any and all food out of his reach or he will go after it. He has a very fun little personality. He's always got a drool filled grin for us.
All in all I have to say it has been a very successful school year considering we have 3 in school, and toddler and welcomed a new baby. I would not trade homeschooling the kids for anything. Oh I have my days when I watch the school bus go by and wonder if just this once they could get on it, but overall it is a blessing to be such a part of their learning. To watch them persevere and succeed is a privilege. I am learning right along with them. So many say they couldn't homeschool, but I truly believe God does not call the equipped, He equips the called. When you are in His will, you can do anything. I am so thankful for my faith because I really could not do any of this without God's mercy and grace.
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