We are starting homeschool in a few days.


We are starting homeschool kindergarten in a few days and I couldn't be more excited about parts of it and more scared about other parts of it.  I've got my curriculum picked out.  I've made a bunch of laminated things.  I've got an online thing selected that we'll be using.  I've also purchased extra coffee, and snacks.  Wish us luck!

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