Just ordered Preparing!!

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psreit
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Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by psreit » Fri Jan 10, 2014 10:56 pm

I officially ordered Preparing!! :D :D I said in another thread that I think I should just go ahead and begin Preparing, rather than wait until fall. I thought with my dd's dyslexia, I should give her time to improve in her reading. But, even with the slow reading, she needs to move ahead, and some things said on this board confirmed that. Now, I just need to wait for my package. As I was placing my order, I almost got tears in my eyes. After a very tough 2013, I once again have that peace that I had 4 years ago when the Lord directed me to HOD. :D :D God bless YOU, Carrie, for blessing US with these guides! I am so glad to be back!! :D :D
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. III John 4
Pam
dh 33 yrs
ds29 church planter in MA
dd27 SAH mom
dd26
dd 12
3 dgs(5,2, & born 6/15) & 2 dgd(3 & born 2/15)

Mamamindy
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by Mamamindy » Fri Jan 10, 2014 11:45 pm

Good for you!! We are in Unit 12 of Preparing and loving every minute of it! I am sure you will too. My son is in 4th grade and had much difficulty learning to read. He can read pretty much on grade level now, but is very sloooow about it :D I never sought an official diagnosis, but I strongly suspect he has mild dyslexia. When we started Preparing, I was skeptical of how much independent work he could actually accomplish. It is slow going sometimes, but I see him making steady progress in his ability to accomplish the independent boxes :D. I am sure you will see the same progress with your daughter!
Mindy ~ Christ follower, wife, mom to 5, homesteader
DD (18) Graduated! Off to Bible College
DD (17) Eclectic curriculum
DS (12) Ressurection to Reformation
DS (10) Preparing Hearts
DS (9) Preparing Hearts

Kristen
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by Kristen » Sat Jan 11, 2014 3:39 pm

Congratulations Pam! I'm glad you are feeling peace about it. Can't wait to hear how it goes for you and your daughter. :D I am leaning toward using Preparing also. I'm going to look at the week samples and pray about it some more. I think it was a big deal for me to realize that we can take our time - we don't have to finish each unit of plans in one week, or even one "day" of plans in one day. And a big deal to know that other parents of dyslexic kids are using HOD successfully. I'm also excited that our children can use a program that builds their skills while still being intellectually stimulating and above all points them to God! I'll add my thanks to Carrie as well! :D
ds17 - mostly textbooks, community college, and lots of hands-on projects
ds15 - an eclectic mix, sports, Scouts
ds9 - BHFHG, loves LEGOs

dd7 - LHFHG, loves taking care of her dolls, arts & crafts

Nealewill
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by Nealewill » Sat Jan 11, 2014 4:08 pm

I am glad you are so excited. My oldest is in Preparing and is absolutely loving it!!!!
Daneale

DD 13 WG
DS 12 R2R
DD 10 R2R

Enjoyed DITHOR, Little Hearts, Beyond, Bigger, Preparing, CTC, R2R, RevtoRev, MtMM

psreit
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by psreit » Sat Jan 11, 2014 6:01 pm

Kristen,
It was your thread and Laura's reply that enlightened me. Angie has come a long way the past several months. I know I can't wait seven more months to begin challenging her more. It encourages me as well to know how others with children with dyslexia are using HOD successfully. The Bible training in HOD is probably the top reason I am drawn to it. I can't wait to see what is in Preparing. I've seen so many posts about how good it is.

Thanks for all the replies. Glad to join those doing Preparing. I will surely let you know how it is going. Not sure when it will be delivered, but once it's here, we're jumping in!! :D :D :D :D :D
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. III John 4
Pam
dh 33 yrs
ds29 church planter in MA
dd27 SAH mom
dd26
dd 12
3 dgs(5,2, & born 6/15) & 2 dgd(3 & born 2/15)

Samuel'sMommy
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by Samuel'sMommy » Sat Jan 11, 2014 7:51 pm

I'm excited for you! I can't wait to hear updates about how much you and your daughter are enjoying Preparing!
Stephanie
Wife to Adam for 27 years
Mom to Samuel (20), Isaiah (10), and Judah (5) through the miracle of adoption

Loved using LHTH, LHFHG, BLHFHG, BHFHG, PHFHG, CTC, & RTR!

psreit
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!! It was shipped!!

Post by psreit » Mon Jan 13, 2014 4:30 pm

Preparing was shipped today! Yay!! However, it looks like I will have to wait until Monday to begin. :cry: Scheduled delivery is Friday. Just another thing to teach me patience. :wink: Glad it's on the way though. :D Will be watching for UPS on Friday! :D
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. III John 4
Pam
dh 33 yrs
ds29 church planter in MA
dd27 SAH mom
dd26
dd 12
3 dgs(5,2, & born 6/15) & 2 dgd(3 & born 2/15)

my3sons
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Re: Just ordered Preparing!!

Post by my3sons » Sun Jan 19, 2014 7:22 pm

HOORAY! :D I'm so excited for you and Angie to begin the anticipated PHFHG! You two deserve a good year, and PHFHG is just the guide to return to use. It is such an enjoyable guide for both the teacher and the student. I hope you have a special year together in PHFHG!

In Christ,
Julie
Enjoyed LHTH to USII
Currently using USI
Wife to Rich for 28 years
Mother to 3 sons, ages 23, 20, and 16
Sister to Carrie

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