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Named after the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, Aurangabad is one of the famed and most sought after tourist destination in Maharashtra. Jotted with a plenitude of ancient and historic monuments, this quaint city wears a rustic charm of the past and still holds to its roots. Also called the 'City of Gates', a visit to this historic city will get you acquainted with the many different places to visit in Aurangabad and will offer a lively glimpse of its golden past.
When it comes to tourism, the tourist places in Aurangabad with their history and brilliance attracts a large number of tourists from almost all the corners of the country. The overwhelming crowd, the myriad options for the tourists and the amazing ambience around Aurangabad makes it the tourism hub in the entire of Maharashtra.
While searching for all the Aurangabad places to visit, Ajanta Caves will be one of the first and foremost names. A group of around 30 Buddhist caves that are carved out of rocks, these caves date back to the 2nd century and is considered as an epitome of ancient architecture and considered as the most brilliant form of Indian art.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ajanta Caves is further divided into many different caves that were meant for various purposes. From the architecture, shape and form of the caves, it is pretty evident that the ancient Buddhist monks used these caves for studying, living and worship purposes. The murals, paintings and carvings on the wall reveal many unknown facts about the way of living, the cultures and traditions of a bygone era.
Once bygone and forgotten, these chain of caves were later rediscovered in 1819 by a British officer named John Smith while he accidently landed on them during his tiger hunting expedition. Since then, the caverns started gaining popularity among the history and architect lovers, tourists from across the world and aspiring geologists and became one of the must visit places near Aurangabad.
If you still think only Taj Mahal is the ultimate symbol of love, you must visit'BibiKaMaqbara', one of the historic places that must be visited while in Aurangabad called the. Though not as huge and popular like the Taj, this historic monument also symbolise the love of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb for his wife DilrasBanu Begum.
With a significant resemblance with the Taj Mahal, this mausoleum was built between 1651 and 1661 against a whooping sum of money. Though the emperor was not keenly interested in architecture, this is credited as the largest structure built by him. Built on an elevated platform, it is guarded by four minarets along its four corners and can be reached by a series of steps from three different sides.
Studded with exquisite marbles and ornamented with intricate designs, carvings and showcasing the immortal love, this ancient monument truly deserves a visit while you are planning to cover all the major places to visit in Aurangabad.
One of the most commanding and undefeatable forts in the entire country, Daulatabad Fort in Daulatabad; or Devagiri as it was known earlier, is among the must visit places near Aurangabad. Around 11km north-west of Aurangabad, this glorious fortress stand strong on a conical hill that stands around 200m above the sea level.
Looking back into the history of the fort, you will realise its importance and strength. Compared to the other forts within or far from the region, the defence of Daulatabad Fort were very strong. With a narrow bridge as the only access to inside the fortress, it became very tough for the intruders to conquer the fort. And to add more to the fame of this glorious structure, you cannot miss the fact that during its lifetime, it was never been conquered by the enemies and stayed ever glorious throughout its reign.
Talking about the architecture of this fort, it is three layers of defensive walls, and its moat, scrap and the sub-terranean passage are made out of solid rocks. A large pit of fire in its upper outlet gave hard times to the enemies and also helped in their progression. Chand Minar, ChiniMahal and Baradari are three of the most popular and significant structures within the fort.
Another architectural brilliance of a bygone era, Ellora Caves is also among the not to miss places to visit near Aurangabad. Located around 29km from the city centre, this chain of caves were built by the Rashtrakuta dynasty of the Buddhist clan and Yadav group of the Jains. A must visit UNESCO World Heritage site in Maharashtra, this series of caves also showcases the perfection and epitome of the pre historic times of the Indian culture.
Built in accordance with the Buddhist and Jain architecture, the caves also stand a testimony to the peace and brotherhood among these groups and were carved out during the late 5th and 10th century. The entire structure mainly comprises of monasteries; also known as 'viharas', and are divided into different levels. The multi-level structure is further divided into small quarters meant for sleeping, kitchen and several other purpose.
With detailed and intricate carvings, the caves are now given distinct numbers. Among all these, the Vishwakarma; cave number 10, Dashavatara; cave number 15, Kailasanatha Temple; cave number 16, Rameshvara; cave number 21 and IndraSabha; cave number 32, are the most prominent and sought after in the Ellora Cave. The glimpses of a bygone era, the diverse history, architectural brilliance and the grandeur of this chain of caves make it one of the most popular tourist places near Aurangabad.
An important pilgrimage for the Hindus, this ancient temple is located in a quaint hamlet that is around 30km from Aurangabad and also lies within the limits of the historic Ellora Caves. A major name in the list of tourist places near Aurangabad, the temple is considered as a pious destination by the Hindu devotees. It is also said that it is the last or the 12th 'Jyotirlinga' on earth.
Built in pre-historical architectural style and in red bricks with the walls showcasing the carvings of several Hindu Gods and Goddesses, the temple was later renovated during the 18th century. According to the legends, holy water springs out from inside the temple and purifies one heart and soul.
Legends also has it that out of jealousy between two sisters; Sudeha and Ghushma, who were married to a Brahmin named BrahmavettaSudhram, the former sister killed one of the sons of the latter. Though Ghushma got to know about this heart wrenching incident, her devotion towards Lord Shiva was unshaken and she continued worshipping the Lord with full devotion. Pleased with her devotion, the Lord fulfilled Ghushma's wish to stay there eternally in the form of a jyotirlinga, and thus the Grishneshwar Temple became a pious and devout pilgrimage for the Hindus.
One amongst the five takhts in Sikhism, Hazur Sahib Nanded is considered as a holy place for the Sikhs and is thronged by a large number of devotees every year. Among all the pious places to visit near Aurangabad, this seat of temporal authority sits on the banks of the gurgling Godavari River in the Maharashtrian city called Nanded.
Built to commemorate the death of the Sikh leader Guru Gobind Sahib, the gurdwara was built during 1832 and 1837 by Maharaja Ranit Singh. During 2008, Hazur Sahib completed its 300 years and celebrated the Gurudomship Ceremony or Shri Guru GranthSahibji along with the 300th death anniversary of Guru GobindSinghji.
Visit this historic and religious place, discover and revisit the glorious history of the Sikhs! Among the many different Aurangabad places to visit, this is in fact the only place that will get you acquainted with the valorous tales of Guru Gobind Sahib.
One amongst the five takhts in Sikhism, Hazur Sahib Nanded is considered as a holy place for the Sikhs and is thronged by a large number of devotees every year. Among all the pious places to visit near Aurangabad, this seat of temporal authority sits on the banks of the gurgling Godavari River in the Maharashtrian city called Nanded.
Built to commemorate the death of the Sikh leader Guru Gobind Sahib, the gurdwara was built during 1832 and 1837 by Maharaja Ranit Singh. During 2008, Hazur Sahib completed its 300 years and celebrated the Gurudomship Ceremony or Shri Guru GranthSahibji along with the 300th death anniversary of Guru GobindSinghji.
Visit this historic and religious place, discover and revisit the glorious history of the Sikhs! Among the many different Aurangabad places to visit, this is in fact the only place that will get you acquainted with the valorous tales of Guru Gobind Sahib.
Once known as the 'Mughal Garden', HimayatBagh in Aurangabad is another delightful reminiscent of the past. Sprawling over an area of 300 acres, this lush and verdant garden of the 17th century is now the home to the Fruit Research Station and Nursery.
A garden established during the reign of the great Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, HimayatBagh got its origin from the northern wall surrounding the emperor's palace. Due to the unhealthy exhalation and dampness of the wall, it was summoned to be destroyed and the place to be made healthy. Once it was done, the entire place was converted into a lush and colourful garden; thus HimayatBagh came into existence.
In the present time, the opulent greeneries, the bucolic ambience around and the different species of plants, trees and herbs around the garden has made it one of the important places to visit in Aurangabad. Visit this gorgeous garden, take a walk through the well-manicured lawns, rediscover the bits and crunches of a bygone era while cuddling your senses along with the cool breezes!
Another not to miss Aurangabad places to visit is the fascinating Jayakwadi Dam. Known to be one of the largest irrigation dams in the entire of Maharashtra and one of the largest earthen dams in Asia, it contributes mainly to irrigation and other agricultural purposes in the Marathwada vicinity which is mainly a drought prone area.
Also contributing largely to meet the need and requirement of drinking water in areas like Aurangabad, Jalna and others, this dam on the Godavari River is located in a hamlet called Jayakwadi in the Paithantaluka of Aurangabad. With the surrounding areas housing a garden and a bird sanctuary, the foundation of this dam was laid in in 1965 and was completed in 1976.
During your visit to Jayakwadi Dam, also visit the Jayakwadi Bird Sanctuary that comprises of 30 tiny islands formed by the NathSagar and serves as one of the major tourist places near Aurangabad. Shallow water, favourable conditions and the availability of food makes this sanctuary an ideal shelter for a large number of local and migratory birds. On a whole, it serves as an abode to more than 200 species of rare and exotic birds including cranes, flamingos, wigeons, brahminy and several others.
More than a tourist destination, Aurangabad is known for its diverse history and pious saints. One among such saints, Syed Zain-ud-Din, who was born in Shiraz, Hijri, came to Delhi and became the disciple of MaulanaKamaluddin in Samana. Along with his teacher, he finally came to Daualtabad and began the 'Chistia Order'.
All along his life, he dedicated himself for the preaching and well-being of the people. After his death, a cenotaph was built to commemorate his great contributions to the society. A maqbara called the ZainuddinShirzai'sMaqbara was built in Khuladabad, which now is visited by the Muslims of the Dakhan region and also by visitors from all over the world.
Around 3 hours from Aurangabad, the Lonar Crater Lake in Buldhana district of Maharashtra is also among the important places to visit near Aurangabad. A study point of several geologists, ecologists, archaeologists, naturalist, astronomers and aspiring students, this lake was created due to impact of a meteor that is known to be the largest of its kind. Huge mass and velocity of the meteor, after it hit the ground, created a saline soda lake that measures around 1.2km in diameter and 137m in depth.
Though in the beginning, the origin of this fascinating lake was believed to be due to a volcanic eruption, later studies on the Lonar Crater Lake confirmed that it is the impact of a meteor that created it. Oval in shape, it is surrounded by a series of low lying hills and lush greeneries. In addition to the amazing outlook of the lake, the surrounding also adds to its captivating beauty and charm. On your visit to this saline lake, you can also witness several temples around it; among all of these, the Daitya Sudan, which is located at the heart of the Lonar town is currently in good form.
Today, we might be living in a world, where science and technology has achieved giant milestones. However, looking at the Panchakki in Aurangabad, we cannot deny the fact, medieval India was also up to date with science and technology of their own kinds.
Also known as the 'Water Mill'; the origin of the name is associated with the mill that used to grind grains for the pilgrims to the sight, Panchakki was built to meet up the energy requirement by bringing down the water of a spring in a nearby mountain. An underground conduit feeds the mill with uninterrupted supply of water, which then descends down to a cistern from a considerable height and produces the required power to operate the mill.
Around the mill, you can find the Baba Shah MusafirDargah, a sprawling garden and several other monuments. It also offers amazing views of the Kham River and the cenotaph of Baba Shah Musafir and a few graves that belongs to his disciples. One of the scientific marvels of the olden times, it is truly one of the not to be misses places to visit in Aurangabad!
Located on the slopes of the Meru and Naganarayana mountains, Parli is an ancient and quaint village situated near Brahma, Venu and Saraswati rivers. It is often said that if a straight line is drawn between the Kanyakumari and Ujjain, this village would fall on this line and will also be clearly seen.
Located in this village is the fifth 'jyotirlinga' called the ParliVaidyanath Jyotirlinga; a major site for the Hindu pilgrims, this temple is considered as a pious and sacred among the Hindus and is visited by thousads of devotees every year. According to the legends, the Linga in this temple emerged while both the demons and the gods were trying to acquire the 'amrit' (nectar) and while the demons went forward to touch the Linga, a fire started flaming out which scared the demons. However, when the true devotees of Lord Shakara went forward, the fire stopped giving rise to a free flow of 'amrit'. Even till date, devotees to this holy temple follow the practice of touching the Linga and seek blessing from Lord Shankara.
It is also said that the mountains and the lush thickets around the temple have huge medicinal properties. Thus the temple is also known as the 'Vaidyanath' Jyotirlinga Temple by the devotees.
Studded with a diverse and historical past, Aurangabad is now synchronising to the pace of the modern world. And of the proofs of the city's giant leap is the Prozone Mall! One of the largest malls and best places to visit in Aurangabad, it is in fact one of the largest malls within or around the city limits. Not just this, it is also among the largest and first horizontally built malls in the entire of India.
With a capacity of more than a million square feet of retail space, it has outlets of most of the prominent brands from all the corners of the world. Opened in 2010, this 20 acres mall also has a five-sceen cinema complex, more than 150 retail stores, large family entertainment centre and ample of parking spaces.
For the corporate members, the mall has a plan to come up with a world-class hotel that will meet all the requirements and needs of the business class travellers. In the recent time, the Prozone houses brands like Shopper's Stop, Puma, Titan, Catwalk, Pantaloons, Provogue, Wills Lifestyle, United Colour of Benneton and several others.
Around 268km from the city limits, is the city of Tuljapur in the Osmanabad district of Maharashtra. Located in this city, the TuljapurBhavani Temple is one of the holiest and sacred temples dedicated to Goddess Bhavani; it also makes it to the list of important places to visit near Aurangabad.
Built during the 12 century CE, this temple is considered a holy pilgrimage by the Hindus and is regularly visited by the devotees. The architecture of the temple showcases the intricate work form of Hemadpanti style of the early Indian era. With two large gates called the 'mahadwars', the entry to the main courtyard of the TuljaBhavani Temple offers the glimpses of the KalloTirtha.
GomukhTirtha within the temple serves as the source of the holy water and ahead of this lies the Siddivinayaka Temple, and after crossing few more temples and gates, you can reach the main room of the temple where the Goddess is seated opposite to Lord Shankara.
Visit this sacred temple during the Chaitra month of the Hindu calendar to witness the grand festival of 'Full Moon Day' which is celebrated in the memory of God ShambhooMahadeo. During the Pausha month of the Hindu calendar, the temple witnesses another nine days festival called the 'ShakambhareeNavaratra'. Other festivals in TuljaBhavani Temple includes the 'SharadeeyaNavaratra' during Ashwina month.
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I'm currently in Barcelona where I'll be shooting Pokerstars commercials for the next week. This is something I'm extremely excited about because I had a blast the last time I was involved in such projects a couple years back! It should be a really fun week in Barcelona as I'm going to get to hang out with some of my fellow Team Pokerstars Pros. It's so rare that we get to hang out without having to, well, play poker. It will be awesome to spend some quality time with friends like Daniel Negreanu (who just won World Series of Poker Player of the Year- congrats!), Liv Boeree, Jonathon Duhamel, David Williams, and Elky! I'm sure there will be plenty of poker to be talked about, but I'm really looking forward to catching up with them about what's going on in their lives outside of poker! Today, I had an amazing conversation with Andre Aakari (Team Pro Brazil) about his businesses, how to manage money, and our families. Andre and I became close in 2008 before I was even with Pokerstars. He was one of only two people that had a piece of me when I won the EPT London High Roller event that year, 5%, which got him about $50,000.
Speaking of what's going on outside of poker, I'm currently in the process of getting my life organized! This process has sparked an interest in me to do many things that I didn't think I wanted to do, and also didn't even think were possible. In just the last 3 months since leaving Las Vegas at the end of the World Series of Poker, I sold my house in South Florida and bought a new condo, opened a business (future blogpost), and most importantly- regained my faith in God.
One thing a lot of people don't know about me is that I'm a Christian. It's not something that I've been very open about over the last 6 years since coming into the limelight. To be honest, I was too scared of what people might think of me, and didn't feel strong enough in my faith to be open about it. These past few months I have had some major changes happen in my way of thinking about life. There have been some bumps in the road that have helped me refocus on what is truly important, and have taught me invaluable life lessons. I hope to share these feelings and experiences with all of you over time. I have realized that there is so much more in this life that I want to accomplish, professionally and personally!
One thing I hope to accomplish in the upcoming years is to write a book about my life. I hope to start this project VERY soon as I feel like I am ready to take on the task. It's something that I knew I always wanted to do, but 2013 really sealed the deal for me. I have already started to formulate my ideas for the book and have a very good "outline," at least in my head, for the direction I want to go with the book. I'm hoping to start the project early next year, but there are some important steps that need to be taken before it can begin. I know the process will be very time consuming, however the idea of it alone is incredibly motivating to me!
I think that it's finally time for me to start really showing the public who I am as a person, not just what I can do at the poker table. I've been, in my opinion, very quiet and somewhat reserved on television, in interviews, and with social media. I want to everyone to see who I truly am!
On that note, I'd like to publicly thank my family and friends for standing by me through these first 9 years of my career in becoming and being a professional poker player. It has been a roller coaster in many ways. I remember being 10 years old and happy as a clam, when my oldest brother got his first job, because that meant I could negotiate with him to pay me small change to do his chores. I have realized over time that there is more to life than the pursuit of wealth and "fame". Every decision I have made, whether good or bad, has led me to where I am RIGHT NOW! I have undergone many changes this year, all for the better. It's time to make the most of this life! I'm hoping to help change the world, to make it a better place! #innovate #educate
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

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The Burlington Elks Lodge No. 84 is bringing Mardi Gras to Burlington the second year in a row Saturday — literally.
"We're flying in cajun food from Louisiana, so it will be authentic," said Dana Johnston, past exalted ruler of the Elks Lodge No. 84 and esquire to the deputy director of southeast Iowa.
Starting at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Pzazz Convention Center, Mardi Gras Festival will have the look, feel and food of Mardi Gras. That includes all manner of cajun food, hurricane drinks, music, dancing, beads, tarot card readers, "Wheel of Fortune" games and a photo wall.
The money raised during a silent auction will go to local charities. New to the festival this year is a photo wall, similar to the one featured in the long defunct TV show "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In." Attendees are encouraged to wear beads, masks and whatever other Mardi Gras apparel they can grab, but it's not a requirement.
A king and queen of the festival will be chosen based on their costumes. Weird Harold's will have costumes to rent, and half the rental rate will go back to the charities represented at the event.
"We're going to have a Mardi Gras parade too," Johnston said.
Johnston said about 45 local charities, such as Great River Hospice, will have baskets up for bid during the silent auction. All of the money raised by each basket will go directly to the charity it represents — not to the Elks Lodge.
"There are so many small nonprofits that don't have fundraisers of their own," Johnston said.
Attendees can graze the exotic Cajun food to pick out what they like, which will include everything from boiled crawfish and sausage puffs to crab cakes and shrimp jambalaya. There will be tamer dining options as well, with about 15 items on the menu altogether.
"We have food for people who don't like real spicy food," Johnston said.
Tickets are $45 and can be purchased at Weird Harold's and Riverview Designs. You can also purchase tickets online at www.shop.elks84.org or by calling the Elks at (319) 753-5281.


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Jim Grant and Fiona Hanrahan dig deeper into the technicalities of tax relief and the annual allowance in our webinar master-class*.
Tax relief and the annual allowance presentation
*This webinar was recorded on 30 January 2019.
This analysis focuses on pension contributions, who can pay them and if there are any restrictions.
The tax relief on contributions is arguably the major selling point of pensions.
An employer can pay any amount of contribution for one of their staff but it's up to their local tax office to decide whether the whole contribution receives tax relief. A member can pay as much as they like into a pension but there's a limit on the amount of tax relief they will be given.
For higher earners, further tax relief may be given. In some scenarios, up to 60% tax relief is available.
The bands and rates of Scottish income tax differ from the rest of the UK.
The annual allowance is a limit on the amount of contributions that can be made without incurring a tax charge.
These articles explain how pension tax relief for individuals with high incomes will be restricted by a tapered reduction in the amount of the annual allowance.
These articles explain the transitional pension input period rules for DC and DB arrangements.
This article explains how pension input amounts operated since the 8 July 2015 budget announcements.
This article explains how pension input periods operated prior to the 8 July 2015 budget announcements. Since then pension input periods are aligned with tax years for all registered pension schemes.
There are potential ways that tax charges can be avoided, most notably by using 'carry forward'.
This article explains how scheme pays works and the conditions that apply.
In specie transactions can involve pension schemes in two different ways - in specie transfers and in specie contributions. This article explains the difference.
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The long-anticipated Encyclical released this month by the Holy Father is hardly light reading. Laudato Si' ("Praise be to you") of the Holy Father Francis on Care for Our Common Home contains more than 40,000 words, quotes from Popes, saints, and biblical passages, and the guidance of an energized Pontiff. Many of his predecessors have cautioned that human interference of a fragile planet is a major moral issue, but the Encyclical allows Pope Francis to place the global degradation of the poor and the global degradation of the environment in one cart. Cardinal Seán O'Malley describes the Encyclical as "designed to have a long shelf-life. The problems it analyzes are both urgent and complex; the responses to these must begin now, but will take time to come to fruition." Parishioners are invited to read some excerpts from this historic document here, and examine the Encyclical at the Vatican web site.
"The destruction of the human environment is extremely serious, not only because God has entrusted the world to us men and women, but because human life is itself a gift which must be defended from various forms of debasement."
"Authentic human development has a moral character."
"… integral ecology calls for openness to categories which transcend the language of mathematics and biology, and take us to the heart of what it is to be human."
"Let us review, however cursorily, those questions which are troubling us today and which we can no longer sweep under the carpet. Our goal is not to amass information or to satisfy curiosity, but rather to become painfully aware, to dare to turn what is happening to the world into our own personal suffering and thus to discover what each of us can do about it."
"We were not meant to be inundated by cement, asphalt, glass and metal, and deprived of physical contact with nature."
"Humanity is called to recognize the need for changes of lifestyle, production and consumption, in order to combat [global] warming or at least the human causes which produce or aggravate it."
"Many of the poor live in areas particularly affected by phenomena related to warming, and their means of subsistence are largely dependent on natural reserves and ecosystemic services such as agriculture, fishing and forestry. They have no other financial activities or resources which can enable them to adapt to climate change or to face natural disasters, and their access to social services and protection is very limited."
"Caring for ecosystems demands far-sightedness, since no one looking for quick and easy profit is truly interested in their preservation. But the cost of the damage caused by such selfish lack of concern is much greater than the economic benefits to be obtained."
"Inequity affects not only individuals but entire countries; it compels us to consider an ethics of international relations. A true 'ecological debt' exists … connected to commercial imbalances with effects on the environment, and the disproportionate use of natural resources by certain countries over long periods of time."
"…our common home is falling into serious disrepair."


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Saturday Sketchers Plus
When: Saturday 18 August 12:00–14:00
Where:St Cuthbert's Church, Darlington
The Market Place, DL1 5QG Darlington, Co Durham
What: The Darlington Community Arts Cafe are back at St Cuthbert's Church for their monthly creative outing to draw, photograph or write about this beautiful building, this time from the outside! And if the art group isn't enough for you, Lust For Life Drawing are holding an afternoon of drawing from 3pm in The Pennyweight, so you can grab a drink and we can continue our creative endeavours together!
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Sundays are now "fundays." The day for fun and not-so-fun life happenings.
1. skirts with pockets!!! love um.
2. morning car rides with husband and ridiculous radio hosts.
they really are quite entertaining.
3. opening a care package from my mama!
i'm never too old for those... ever.
4. surprise birthday partayys.
going to one tonight for the brother-in-law!
5. seeing sister on campus. yaay! that always makes me happy
Not So Fun:
1. looking for a phone that's on silent.
why do i do this to myself??
2. studying for a test on a friday night,
taking the test on saturday morning... ick
3. finding buggies in the house. ahhhhh JERRRYYYY! kill it!!!
4. losing to a tickle fight
5. watching your favorite tv show online,
and then in the last 15 minutes, the internet stops working.
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Wednesday, December 17, 2008
A few thoughts on homeschooling
My husband (bless his soul) made the statement the other day that he didn't know how I managed to accomplish so much in the schooling area. I, of course, took that opportunity to point out all the things that I don't do so that I can homeschool. Don't worry, I won't bore you with the details;)
And I don't mean that at all in a complaining way. I love teaching my children. I didn't neccessarily plan for things to be this way at this time, but I have wholeheartedly embraced it.
I admire Mothers who homeschool well with a set game plan. And I feel for those who try, and struggle to accomplish it.
There are those who greatly admire homeschoolers. I've been questioned by strangers who were totally fascinated by the whole process. Then there are those who just naturally assume that you do a shoddy job and that your children will suffer in life because of it. Which is interesting considering homeschoolers as a whole tend to test very well. And there are also those who you think would be supportive and encouraging, that are not always that way. Even in Christian circles.
This year is turning out to be our best year of homeschooling so far. I'm so happy with where we are at right now. We're using a new set-up this year, and it's such a good fit for us. It's more challenging, and has more projects, but I feel like my kids are getting just what they need.
Sometimes it stretches me a bit far. I do the basic house cleaning, laundry and cooking. But any extra things (which I have a long list of) just have to wait. I've told my husband that the top thing on my wishlist for Christmas is to be able to get to some of those things on my projects wish list. I think it's passed the mile-long mark already.
Right now we're trying to finish up all of our school projects before Christmas break. Which includes the following: biographical essay on Albert Einstein (P), report about Spiders (P), report about Goldfish (A), essay on the subject of Space in three parts (P), Life cycle of Flies chart project (A), Fables report (A), mold and microscope experiments, 5 units tests, and (of course) the regular daily lessons.
The Princess has a whole different program that I do with her. Her speech therapist has us do some things in addition to that. I admit that she is the most challenging to teach out of the three. She loves learning, and is a bit of a perfectionist already. But finding ways to get around the blocks in the road caused by her aphraxia require me to think outside the box. And I'm more of a by-the-book teacher.
And if you wonder how I can blog in the midst of so daunting a job, I'd simply say that we find time to do the things we want or need to do. Some live on their cell phones or other technological wonders, some watch their favorite programs, some read late into the night. Whatever we choose to do with the small snippets of time we have here or there is not neccessarily because we have lots of time on our hands.
There are those who like to tell me how busy they are (in my regular life, not my blogging friends) and I have to chuckle privately at the obvious impression given that they (unlike myself) aren't able to loaf around all day... okay, so sometimes I get irritated with them and forget to chuckle. But I do manage to smile sweetly and keep my mouth shut.
It's not like me to voice frustration on my blog... other than my usual grumbling during our much-too-long rainy season:) But sometimes it helps to talk/blog things out. And my blogging friends tend to be some of the most encouraging and supportive people around.
Which is why blogging is something that I choose to do. Not always eloquently. But I suppose you all have gotten used to that by now;)
11 comments:
- bigSIS said...
I have to tell you that I GREATLY admire homeschoolers. I have a huge group of friends that homeschool and I homeschooled my oldest boy for Kindergarten and part of 1st grade. Let's just say that he doesn't take instruction from his mother real well. You can be as imaginitive as you want with that one cuz I'm just not going into it. =) So when the school yr rolled around my hubby told me to enroll him in the area school. He has done well and we have since transferred our boys to another school(K-12), using our right to school of choice, that has high state and federal grades (won a federal bronze award). Their school also has very small classes (25 or less per grade). THere are times I'd love to go back to homeschooling...I thought it was great!
It sounds like you are doing a fine job! Even though the boys are in school now, I have a hard time fitting in all the things I need/want to do so I totally understand where you are with that. Keep it up! It's so worth it. =)
- Marva said...
I admire homeschoolers too! You and Mrs. D in particular! You are quite a wonderful blogger as well. I am so happy to have met you and yours. You are dear to my heart and I love to blog. that is how I unwind!
- Kaye said...
I must say that I too admire homeschooling parents. I have known too many that are quite successful to have any bad impressions of it. I honestly wish I could homeschool, but that obviously is not what God has in store for our family (at least at this time).
Keep your head up.
As moms, none of us have it easy. We (almost) all fill our time with things that we all deem as important and as long as our children and their best interest is at the heart of that, I could care less if someone thinks that their kid playing soccer is more important than someone else filling their time cleaning the house.
Go ahead and vent when you need to. We'll be here to listen and encourage and even send an "Amen, Sister" your way. =)
God bless!
- Nikki said...
I know the kind of reactions you get when you say you homeschool because I get them, too, when I tell people that I plan to homeschool. It's comical when people who send their children to public schools worry about your children getting a good education at home, isn't it? My parents did not even support our decision, but they have gotten to know some homeschooled kids at church and are very impressed with them. Now they are supportive, and my dad is even trying to figure out a way to get my nieces and nephews out of public school into a homeschool. I hope that works out.
I cannot imagine being much busier than I already am. How will I fit it all in a day? Of course, when I start schooling my children, I won't be nursing them anymore or having to feed them myself, will I? And they will actually be able to help with my chores. I guess it will work out.
- Mrs. Darling said...
Preach it sistah!
- Nikki said...
By the way, you won the coasters! Congratulations!! Since I already have your address, you don't need to email me with it. I will ship them out tomorrow.
- Nikki said...
Are you okay? I haven't heard from you all day which is unusual. I hope you aren't sick or that you haven't lost power.
- MyKidsMom said...
NIKKI: You're a sweetie:) I'm just fine. We've been working like crazy to finish up our school projects, and we're getting close. But it's nice to be missed:)
I'm so happy to have won the coasters! That proves that if you make yourself a pest (like I have) it eventually pays off,lol.
EVERYBODY: Thank you so much for your words of encouragement and support.
- Nikki said...
We've changed our homeschooling all around this year as well and it's the best year yet. I'm so pleased with our picks with curriculum.
Some of hubby's family thinks we're ruining our kids. They think we're depriving them of all that wonderful public school socialization.
- Homemakers Cottage said...
I appreciate your thoughts on homeschooling. I'm a homeschool grad who is just starting to wade into being a homeschool mommy... so far, I'm only about toe deep. :o) I look forward to hearing more from you on this topic.
~Kristy @ Homemakers Cottage
- Mrs. Darling said...
Are you snowwed in or iced in as the case may be? Give me a shout out!