Tag Archives: online

Internet Kids: Too Much Time Online?

If you think your kids are spending too much time on the computer, well then you are not alone. According to a 2007 annual report from the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School Center for the Digital Future, more and more parents are frustrated by the Internet sucking up too much much time from their children. The numbers reveal that 33 percent of all parents surveyed are worried, up from a mere 11 percent a few years ago. Kids today conduct whole lives online, and it seems that we are always encouraging them. Take for instance the fact that more … Continue reading →

Your Personal Health Online

On Thursday, Microsoft fulfilled their planned dream (since 2000) of launching a website for managing personal medical information. But, will the technology be able to protect the privacy of it’s users? And will having the medical records online will allow for better medical treatment because of easy access? The free web site service, Microsoft HealthVault acts as a library for medical and health-related information, for an individual or family. It can hold data such as immunization records, records from doctors and hospitals, information from medical devices, such as heart monitors and more. The personal medical data can also be linked … Continue reading →

Finding Layout Inspiration Online

Having inspiration strike you, which in turn gets you scrapbooking layout after layout, is the finest way to get those pages done. However, not everyone knows there are dozens of places on the Internet to find great inspiration. Many scrapbook sites have these terrific galleries in which you can browse by topics, products and more. These are my favorite layout inspiration spots on the Internet. Two Peas in a Bucket – My favorite gallery by far. This website is so comprehensive that you can shop, talk and browse gallery masterpieces all in once place. They have their own set of … Continue reading →

Finding Scrapbook Sketches Online

My favorite place to get inspiration is online. There are hundreds of websites that offer layout ideas and inspiration. I am addicted to sketches so finding the best sites to get great sketches was important to me. There are dozens of great sites that have sketches, but these are my favorites. Scrap Maps This is probably one of my favorite sites, because it is categorized perfectly, and its as simple as clicking on what you are looking for. A great site! Sketch Me If You Can This is a blog, but she has dozens of beautiful sketches to use. Scrapbook … Continue reading →

Distance Learning Homeschool Programs Co-Et

In my post on hybrid homeschooling, I talked about combining homeschooling with distance learning or local classes. Here is the list of Distance Learning Programs you can use. Core Curriculum of America provides of secular and non-denominational Christian based curriculum. The program is for students k-12 and includes all materials, as well as record keeping forms. A certificate of completion is also included. Curiculum is customized for each student and prices range from $399.00 to $419.00. Desiderata School provides accredited curriculum for grades K-12. There is an independent/ directed study program for students within 50 miles of a student center, … Continue reading →

Have you ever met anyone from the Internet in person?

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Well, the day is here. Today is the day I get to meet Spoons, Gobs, True, Tharm, Phantom, and a slew of others. Those are, of course, not their real names. Even if I remembered their real names, it would feel strange calling them by them. I’ve been chatting in a forum for over a year now with these people. We’ve built friendships of varying levels, from tolerating some of them to great a-feck-shun for others. Some of them have already met each other in person. Many have gone to various events together. With four children and a husband who … Continue reading →

Do You Want Free Stuff, or a Free Way of Life?

The Homeschool Legal Defense Association asks, do you want free stuff, or a free way of life? In a recent report about the Nelson Plan, which hopes to attract homeschoolers into public school at home, the HSLDA points out the dangers of accepting the program? Interestingly enough the program in only available to students “not currently enrolled in the system,” meaning children in schools cannot join the program and leave the school building. However, students currently homeschooling can join. I guess you cannot argue with the fact that they are trying to attract homeschoolers back into the public school fold. … Continue reading →

Ask a Baby Blogger: My Mother-In-Law and My Husband Are Against Co-Sleeping

Question: I have read that you recommend co-sleeping. I believe it is healthier for my infant and would make it easier to breastfeed. But my husband thinks it would be awkward to have the baby in bed with us. His mother also thinks it’s a bad idea. How can I change their minds? I thought it appropriate, today being Valentine’s Day, that I address this question. At the root, this is a discussion about how marriages change once we add to the family. I don’t really know, but I would venture to guess that this couple hasn’t been married long. … Continue reading →

Looking For Love?

The world is filled with creative people who become the masterminds behind some of today’s hottest innovations. You’ve heard of online dating sites where singles looking for love use the Internet as a means to find Mr. or Ms. Right. (Fabulous idea—it makes millions.) While the sites have worked for some, others are less fortunate. And, it’s no surprise. Examine any one of the many Internet dating sites out there you will notice flaws in the system. The most obvious—there’s no embellishment filter. Enter another ingenious person—someone has come up with a way to help online daters who suffer disappointment … Continue reading →

A Warning For People Who Pay Bills Online

Did you know that Americans pay one in four bills online? Paying your bills online is convenient. But consumer advocates say that convenience comes with a risk, especially if you have ditched all of your paper bills for cyber statements. According to the Anti-phishing Working Group, there is a new scam out there preying on people who are familiar with the online bill paying process. The scam works like this: an email similar to statements you receive from a company you owe money to is sent in a format that looks exactly like the bill you’re used to getting. Con … Continue reading →