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What I Read ~ January ’19

February 2, 2019February 2, 2019UncategorizedNo Comments

After my somewhat lackluster reading end to 2018, I’m happy to announce that 2019 is off to a good start. I’ve read 12 books so far: 6 nonfiction, 4 light fiction, 2 Shakespeare. And I have a healthy pile of […]

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This Fleeting, Eternal Moment

January 22, 2019January 22, 2019Uncategorized1 Comment

I don’t know what time it is, but it is late. Teeth brushing and drinks of water, trips to the bathroom–all happened at least one hour ago, probably close to two. Two out of three children are sound asleep in […]

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5 Minute Book Review: Anywhere That is Wild

January 14, 2019January 14, 2019UncategorizedNo Comments

One of my new goals is to write a five minute summary/review of every book I read. I literally set the timer for 5 minutes and write. All of them probably won’t make it over here, but I’m hoping to […]

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Reading Recap and 2019 Goals

January 3, 2019January 3, 2019Book Reviews, UncategorizedNo Comments

2018 was a tough year for my reading. I only read 105 books, even though last year I read 128 easily. Granted, I had a baby, started our first year of actual elementary school in our homeschool, and read hundreds […]

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What I’m Reading: September

September 5, 2018September 25, 2018Book Reviews2 Comments

Are you ready for fall?  I’m not ready for the pool to be closed since here in the south it will be hot until November.  I do however love some fall reading.  It’s a good season for reading, ya know?  […]

Life With Four: Finding a New Normal

August 17, 2018Uncategorized1 Comment

Sometimes life happens and routines (blogging routines, for example) are upset for no good reason with no good excuse.  Other times, routines are upset for good reason and continue to be upset without excuse.  Occasionally, routines are upset for good […]

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The Birthday That Isn’t

May 9, 2018Daily Life: Celebrating Motherhood's Moments1 Comment

The Birthday That Isn’t Today might have been a birthday, or near to it.  There could have been a soft new baby to love and introduce to the family.  Tiny toes to count, and exquisite hands to hold.  Excited squeals […]

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Free Fit Pregnancy Workouts: Week 25

March 17, 2018March 16, 2018UncategorizedNo Comments

This week I’m sharing what I’m doing for a free fit pregnancy.  I am all about exercising (pregnant or not) AND I’m all about doing it for free.  As a homeschooling mama with 3 other kids, there is not enough […]

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Best of the Kids Library Haul ~ March 15

March 16, 2018March 15, 2018Book Reviews, Kids Book ReviewsNo Comments

I’m back with the best of the kids library haul for the week!  Well, trying to be back anyways… There are so many wonderful children’s books out there!  I’ve benefitted from the wealth of book recommendations on Instagram and Pinterest, […]

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Liebster Award for Bloggers

March 9, 2018Reviews and CollaborationsNo Comments

For the first time ever, I’ve been nominated for a blogging award!  I’m pretty excited!  Much thanks to Charlotte from My Little Homeschool for the nomination.  She blogs about homeschooling her two boys in South Africa; I absolutely love seeing […]

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Welcome to Minding My Peas

I’m Elizabeth, wife of superman and minder of 4 wonderful children whom I affectionately call peas or circus monkeys, depending on the hour. I’m obsessed with books and learning new things, and this blog is where I share what we’re up to in our book-devouring, home-educating life, while I sneak dark chocolate at naptime. Welcome!

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  • What I Read ~ January ’19
  • This Fleeting, Eternal Moment
  • 5 Minute Book Review: Anywhere That is Wild
  • Reading Recap and 2019 Goals
  • What I’m Reading: September

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