Happy Election Day–We hope and pray!
We began our day saying good-bye to India, and finishing our passport project of decorating a small paper altar on which to place Rama & Sita (the Story of Diwali) or Lakshmi (Goddess of Helath and Wealth). We spoke of the peace traveler, Muhutma (“Great Soul”) Gandhi, and how [...]
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Week 8, Day 14: November 4, 2008
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Week 7, Day 14: October 31, 2008
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Happy Halloween!
We are learning there are many holidays to celebrate. Maia began our morning meeting, and we spoke about our favorite things about Halloween. In morning circle we read Child of Faerie, Child of Earth by Jane Yolen & illustrated by Jane Dyer. It is perhaps one of the most beautifully done books about [...]
Week 7, Day 13: October 28, 2008
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Today is Diwali! We celebrated by removing our shoes in honor of the goddess Lakshmi who is said to visit the homes of all of those who have lived well, and prepared well for her coming. She comes with her blessing of health and wealth.
Maia began our day, after an early morning dice game, as [...]
