❝𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑑𝑟𝑒𝑛 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑛 𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑠.❞ ―𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑙𝑜𝑡𝑡𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑜𝑛

what is the charlotte mason method?

• the charlotte mason method is a way of teaching that focuses on giving children a well-rounded education through rich, engaging books rather than boring textbooks. it encourages kids to spend time in nature, ask questions, and think deeply about what they learn. lessons are kept short and focused, with an emphasis on helping children develop good habits and strong character. the idea is to inspire a love of learning and help children grow as whole, well-rounded individuals.
• "the Charlotte Mason method of homeschooling is a unique method that focuses on a balanced approach that emphasizes the imp...x

original wording, summary + rewording

• 1. Children are born persons.
  • They are not blank slates who have the potential of becoming persons. They already are.
• 2. They are not born either good or bad, but with possibilities for good and for evil.
  • Although children are born with a sin nature, they are neither all bad, nor all good. Children from all walks of life and backgrounds may make choices for good or evil.
• 3. The principles of authority on the one hand, and of obedience on the other, are natural, necessary and fundamental.
  • The concepts of authority and obedience are true for all people whether they accep...

what is mother culture?

• mother culture emphasizes the importance of mothers nurturing their own minds and spirits through lifelong learning and self-care. this practice helps them maintain the energy and inspiration needed to educate their children effectively. by choosing intentional growth, they model a love of learning that can inspire their children to do the same. mothers can prevent burnout and maintain a sense of individuality, which is crucial in the demanding role of homeschooling. mother culture emphasizes the importance of integrating beauty and culture into daily life. whether it’s through art, music, literature, or nature, these elements enrich the mother’s experience and create a ripple effect that positively impacts her children.

• stitch:
  • 1. likes: playing roblox, watching icarly & drake and josh
  • 2. dislikes: ads, when favorite items break, ?
  • 3. favorite color: fire engine red + steel blue
  • 4. favorite animal: fox
  • oldest | y̶o̶u̶n̶g̶e̶s̶t̶
• panda:
  • 1. likes: mta trains, shopping with mommy, traveling
  • 2. dislikes: the dark, baby carrots, cold weather
  • 3. favorite color: navy blue + mandarin orange
  • 4. favorite animal: panda
  • o̶l̶d̶e̶s̶t̶ | youngest

1 corinthians 11:15 ♡

• length of my hair at the beginning: chin (nov. 26, '20)
• length of my hair currently: mid-back (aug. 15, '24)
  • 𝐠 𝐨 𝐚 𝐥 𝐬:
    • i. achieve shinier hair
    • ii. encourage more growth
• oils suggested to me:
  • jojoba
  • castor
  • vitamin e
  • rosemary (homemade)
  • olaplex nº.9

key: x

• ☐ get baptized
• ☐ drop a few lbs
• ☐ drink more water
• ☐ have my children baptized
• ☐ drink a cup or more of tea a day
• ☐ get my ears re-pierced (yay pearl earrings!)

• ☐ haven't done
• ⬚ in progress
• ▨ complete

• 𝑛𝑎𝑚𝑒: Soleil 🎕 (pref. name!)
• 𝑐𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑟𝑦: United States
• 𝑠𝑜𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙𝑠: pinterest ⋅ statuscafe ⋅ c r e d i t - click me!
• 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑚𝑒:
  • hello & God bless you! my name is Soleil. i'm a 20-something first generation homeschooling mother to two. i love my babies with all my heart. they're the best part of me ♡ this will be my second year homeschooling and i've loved every second of it! not only do i get to spend more time with my children, but i also have the opportunity to instill values and skills that are important in their lives. i'm a born again Christian and have been since Jan. 2024. i thank the Lord every day for finding me where i was, changing who i used to be and continuing to work through me to this day. i dedicated this Listograp...

• likes: my kiddos + making them happy ⋅ fawns ⋅ madeleines ⋅ the smell of fresh bread ⋅ dainty jewelry ⋅ pretty dresses ⋅ femininity ⋅ pearls ⋅ antiquing ⋅ thrifting ⋅ chunky knitted blankets ⋅ grainy film ⋅ sunshowers ⋅ smooth jazz ⋅ hey arnold ⋅ bttf ⋅ peonies ⋅ pastoral art ⋅ rainy days ⋅ interior design ⋅
• dislikes: gossipers ⋅ negativity ⋅ being lied to ⋅ drama ⋅ sneakiness ⋅ people who are unkind in general.

　— august

• 6. it's been raining a ton where i live! i love stormy weather so much. 7. glory to God for his grace. i've been feeling behind in my walk with Christ. something about time with him today made me feel a whole lot better. 8. another grey, misty morning. i wish everyday was like this. 9. we're getting closer and closer to starting the new school year, so i've made it my mission to do at least thirty minutes of work each day with my kiddos. that way once we start up again, we're not so rusty. also im pretty sure i got sick from the sudden drop in temperature. i'm taking extra care of myself today. 10. feeling MUCH better today. i still have body aches but thankful the coughing is going away. 15. another mom in the homeschool co-op i'm in lovingly offered her gently used c...

“go on with your work as usual, for work is a blessed solace. hope and keep busy."

—𝒍𝒐𝒖𝒊𝒔𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒚 𝒂𝒍𝒄𝒐𝒕𝒕

“if our calling is to be mothers, let us be mothers with all our hearts- gladly, simply, & humbly.”

―𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒉 𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒐𝒕

“your handwriting. the way you walk. which china pattern you choose. it's all giving you away. everything you do shows your hand. everything is a self-portrait. everything is a diary."

—𝒄𝒉𝒖𝒄𝒌 𝒑𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒉𝒏𝒊𝒖𝒌

“i believe that a godly home is a foretaste of heaven. they should be a reflection of our eternal home, where troubled souls find peace, weary hearts find rest, hungry bodies find refreshment, lonely pil...

credit for this list: x

september

• 9. first day of homeschool
• 10. first day of co-op (then every tuesday)
• 22. first day of autumn

october

• 21. back to the future day
• 23. botanical garden trip

november

• 3. daylight savings ends
• ♡ 17. panda's birthday ♡
• 28. thanksgiving day

december

• 21. first day of winter
• ♡ 23. fur baby's birthday ♡
• 24. christmas eve
• 25. christmas day
• 31. new year's eve

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 —— 2024 ——

　　　　jun | jul | aug:

• vacations by the oceanside, froyo, learning how to make sandcastles, watching the sunset on the beach, walking up and down the stairs of an old lighthouse, baseball, trips to the park + playground, olive garden, inside out 2, LOTS of spongebob, the loud house, watching the kids choice awards, icees, being brave in the deep end of the pool, costco trips, mini five below spending sprees, waterpark, mochi, driving around the city, blanket forts, ice cream from the ice cream truck, back to school shopping.

• long hugs
• taking naps
• sunshowers
• morning dew
• constellations
• meteor showers
• the start of a vacation
• the smell after it rains
• comfort foods & snacks
• reconciling with someone
• the feeling of being forgiven
• homemade macaroni and cheese
• the feeling after a long prayer session
• seeing your favorite artist in concert for the first time

born in twenty-eighteen, on the twenty-third of december ♡

• breed: teacup yorkie
• dog age: six
  • human years: forty
• nicknames:
  • mama
  • pookie
  • moo moo
  • smoochum
  • pretty girl
• favorite foods:
  • rice
  • ham
  • apples
  • meatballs
  • greek yogurt

my first time reading the Bible to completion as an adult + born again Christian ♡ | key: x

new testament

• ▨ ‏‏‎John
• ▨ ‏‏‎Mark
• ▨ ‏‏‎Matthew
• ▨ ‏‏‎Luke
• ▨ Revelation
• ▨ Romans
• ▨ Jude
• ▨ 1 Corinthians
• ▨ 2 Corinthians
• ▨ Galatians
• ▨ Ephesians
• ▨ Philippians
• ▨ Colossians
• ▨ 1 Thessalonians
• ▨ 2 Thessalonians
• ▨ 1 Timothy
• ▨ 2 Timothy

• yashica FX-3
• zenit E
  • ▹ lens: helios
• contax 139 Q
• fujifilm sp-3000