Shower

This guest post from Lewis Beck

Why is it that every time I go to take a shower when I am home along I think about adt alarms and how I really need to remember to call about getting a system installed? I think I have just watched too many horror movies! I mean, how is a burglar going to know that I am getting in the shower? There is no way that they would know that, so why do I get so nervous every time? I always get ready for the shower and then suddenly feel the urge to go and check that all of the doors are locked. Is that OCD? I really need to just get a security system so I can feel safe and be able to take a shower without worrying about it! I guess I also need to stop watching so many horror movies! They are so predictable anyways. I mean, why does the chick always run up the stairs when she thinks someone is in the house? It makes no sense! But maybe I don't make any sense either!

Frugal Homeschool Tips

Home schooling can be a gratifying experience for the whole family. However, it can also be tough on your wallet. Frugal home schooling is becoming a popular term among the majority of families living on limited income or for those wanting to cut back on expenses. Below are several ways you can save money and still offer your child a wonderful education. The Internet is a valuable source that most families can't live without. From researching essay papers to curriculum, anything you need to search for is available online for free and right in the convenience of your own home. Online auctions are a great way to purchase used curriculum programs and books. A trip to your local library will probably fit most of your needs. Not only do you get to borrow books for free but also it makes a fun family outing. Before heading off, make a list of the books and topics you need to borrow so you don't forget what's needed.

If you are a member of a home school group, suggest starting a swap meet or book sale of used curriculum and other teaching aids. This is a great way to buy good material for reasonable prices as well as selling some material you no longer use. Do you know someone that has a book or program you would like to use? If they're not using it, then ask them if they wouldn't mind you borrowing it. If you have a book or program that they could use, consider either trading or just borrowing from each other for a short time. Look in your local paper for garage sales and yard sales that have books and craft supplies. Be creative while looking around, something you may not normally think about using could be perfect for a certain craft or science project.