Finding Our Rhythm Again
Hey ,
I wanted to share a quick note this week—partly to say thank you, and partly to settle into a rhythm together.
I recently got a message from a reader that reminded me how much rhythm matters. Some of you read these emails first thing Wednesday morning with coffee. Others might prefer a slower Saturday read. That was really helpful for me to hear, especially since this year I'm really trying to focus on rhythms.
So here’s what I’m thinking going forward:
👉 Wednesdays will be my main email day, and
👉 Occasional Saturday emails may pop up when it makes sense.
Nothing rigid. Just a gentle structure.
A Life Note
As we ease into the new year, I keep reminding myself that routines don’t have to be perfect to be helpful. Sometimes consistency looks like “showing up most weeks” instead of “doing everything right.” Again, all about the rhythms!
I’ve been thinking about rhythms not just for email timing, but for life, homeschool, and motherhood in general.
The word rhythm actually comes from a Greek word meaning flow or measured movement. It was never meant to imply rigidity or exact timing. A rhythm has structure, but it also has flexibility. It moves. It adapts.
That’s what makes rhythms different from schedules.
A schedule tells you exactly what happens and exactly when. When it works, it can feel productive—but when life interrupts (sick kids, hard days, unexpected emotions), schedules can leave us feeling behind or like we failed. I'm raising my hand here!
A rhythm answers a simpler question:
What comes next?
Not when exactly—just what.
For example:
- Morning rhythm: breakfast → connection → learning
- Afternoon rhythm: lunch → rest → light work
- Evening rhythm: dinner → togetherness → wind down
The order matters. The timing can flex. I like to think of it as building in grace 🩷.
The idea of rhythms has been especially helpful for me in this season. Rhythms give structure without rigidity. They allow for grace on slower days while still giving the day a shape. This is key when you run a business, homeschool your children, and have toddlers running around in the middle of it!
You can use rhythms in homeschool the same way:
- Start with a fun warm-up, favorite subject, or read-a-loud
- Move into more focused work or a less-loved subject
- Take a movement break, like a walk, a workout, or some outside time (great for the kids AND you!)
- Continue your rhythm of break and work, adding in things that are unique and special to YOU and your family
- End with a clear “we’re done” moment, add some connection, and enjoy the rest of your day!
Even if the day looks different than planned, the rhythm holds.🩷
As we ease into the new year, if schedules feel hard, constricting, or falling apart only a few days in, my encouragement is to try rhythms instead. Let your days breathe a little while still having direction. 😊
A Homeschool Tip
If you are finding it hard to get back into your routine and learning after the break, try implementing some rhythms, and then try this small reset:
Take your student's least favorite subject, and instead of a full lesson, do one problem, one explanation, and one win.
Have your student explain how they solved it—even if it’s messy. Understanding grows faster through explanation than repetition.
Do another subject and take a break, and then repeat: one problem, one explanation, and one win.
This little cycle can simultaneously give your student a little break while still moving forward AND gaining confidence!
What to Expect From These Emails
Most weeks, you can expect:
- a quick life or encouragement note
- a practical homeschool, teaching, or math tip
- occasional resources or updates when I'm excited to share!
If there’s something you’d love more of (or less of), I truly want to know! I read every reply.
Thanks for being here and for letting me grow this space with you.
See you soon!
- Mrs. Holman
P.S. There are a couple of SUPER COOL new marketplaces for homeschoolers launching soon! Be on the lookout for those details coming up soon. 😏
