A few years ago, I remember glancing down at my planner—color-coded boxes, detailed time slots, and tidy lists—and realizing I was the only one still following it. Everyone else had wandered into their own rhythm, and I was worn out from trying to keep us “on track.” That was the moment I learned something I wish I’d known sooner: even the most organized homeschool days wobble sometimes. And that’s okay. Every family faces a few homeschool routine challenges along the way—it

I was so focused on staying “on schedule” that I sometimes forgot to make space for connection and rest.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is showing up everywhere—from classrooms to living rooms—and homeschool parents are starting to ask: Does it have a place in our homeschool? In this post, we’ll weigh the pros and cons of using AI for curriculum creation, lesson planning, and even student learning. While there are valid concerns, there are also powerful ways AI can lighten the load and free up more time for connection and joy in your homeschool.