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I understand this is an older thread so the answer is probably 'no', but thought I'd ask just anyway just in case Do you by chance still have the quilt with the teddy bear and bunny? (or another like it, esp. if it has a bunny on it )

We've been having a lot of coupon thefts in the area - even when we go in to the local gas station to get a Sunday paper, we have to look to make sure there are coupons inside; the clerk said many people will come in and pretend to look through the papers and what they're doing is taking several coupon packets out of other papers to put in the one they end up buying, which is frustrating for those who get the 'lighter' papers.

Most places in my area will not accept internet printed coupons, so I stopped getting excited over seeing them offered.

Again it may just be a regional thing, and probably driven by fraud, but clerks are getting a bit weird with coupons, i had one for free crackers (from MyCokeRewards redemption) and it had a picture of Wheat Thins on the box, but in print it said it was good on 3 specific products (including Wheat Thins) - clerk insisted the coupon was only valid on pictured item. I'd have thought it was just her, if another didn't insist as well. Why do they print 'valid on..." if it's only the pictured item I inquired, to be told 'that's how it is' LOL. I guess if there's no picture, by golly, there is no item a coupon is valid on

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I couldn't sleep, and this thread piqued my interest -- oh my, I am not sure which is funnier, some of the things posted, or the reality that I have purchased most of these things.

A lot of the pre-packaged food, esp. - I come from a long line of people who can't cook (well, can't is probably not the best word - more like never learned) ... so that stuff may not make a lot of sense to those who can cook or who weren't raised on pre-packaged. *shrug* that stuff was just a way of life. It wasn't until I was married before I realized that Gee, I can make this stuff much cheaper myself. Sad, but all too true, I never knew you could make pudding without one of those little boxes of powder. Most will find that bizarre, but at least I am honest about it lol. I've been told that if you can read, you can cook (just follow recipe) - I am living proof that's not true :hangs head in shame: Still trying my best though

Exercise equipment is something I don't see me ever not having - we live along a major highway, trying to bike (or even walk!) would be like asking to be run over by a semi.

The tweezers scared me though, they are one thing I have not even thought of trying out ... regular ole ones hurt enough, plus, I'd be afraid I'd lose an eye with the others.

Love this thread

Hi I am so happy that I found the site, it was exactly what I needed

I am very interested in learning how to be prepared - it's overwhelming, but I am determined to start taking small steps. Storage is a huge obstacle - we rent and have very, very limited room, so that's going to take some creativity. Ideally we would be able to move to a lovely little place with land and a lot of storage, but short of a miracle, I think I just need to focus on making due with what I have now.

Lots of info here to read and apply

Just a quick suggestion for just starting out and sampling curriculum - if you go to your local library they may have some options for you by way of connecting you with local support groups or homeschoolers in the area. The library is a good meeting place; it's where the group in my area meets.

The group (or other random homeschoolers that the librarian may be able to connect you with) would be a great way to see different resources and if you'd like to give them a whirl - you may even be able to borrow some for free from others in the area.

You can also check out online co-ops - my son is in one, and it's amazing, they have languages, math courses, English, etc. It's great for the classes like chemistry that I am clueless about; as well as for younger grades too.

I was over-whelmed when we first started out, but it gets easier as you go along and become more confident ~ this is our 8th year homeschooling (my son is in 11thgrade this year), and I promise, you will feel a lot more confident as time goes by

 

Is it like this in all states?

If so then if you were on the fence about homeschooling NOW is the time to decide.

In Pennsylvania, the deadline for current homeschoolers is August 1st. First time homeschoolers can begin at any time during the year, just notify the school, submit the affidavit and objectives.

I try to get my paperwork for the new year submitted when I hand in my son's portfolio for the ending year, so I can begin to log days any time starting July 1st. (The homeschool year in Pa. can begin July 1 and must be completed and paperwork submitted no later than June 30th.)