I'm in a Slump

I've been in a slump lazy for a while now! I don't know if it's because of the approaching holiday season, the anticipation of a much needed homeschooling break, or the snow storm that knocked all of us off schedule, but I'm so unmotivated to do the simple things that need to get down every day. For starters, there's taking a shower, getting dressed, making breakfast, homeschooling, laundry etc. With five days (and counting) of snow covered streets, it's hard to want to do anything but snuggle up in bed and read (though I haven't been able to do that!)

Fortunately we do homeschool and took advantage of the snow storm by learning all about hail and sleet and snow! I was surprised to learn the difference between the three. We had planned on making Beck's HUGE snowflakes, but playing in the actual snow has taken precedent.

I'm lucky my kids are smart (though not highly motivated) and that they catch on quickly. I'm amazed at Timmy (6) who always seems to remember the phonics rules though we may only get to them a couple times a week. We're reviewing the K sound, beginning and end sounds, and even to me, it's so confusing, but I've made up some jingles and hand motions to help him out and he's getting it!

So I guess the kids are learning the basics. I just have soooo much planned and never seem to get around to the extra stuff. The three classes my older boys take at the homeschool co-op seem to keep them busy all week!

But I'd like to get back on track and finish the semester out strong. What I have been doing is half hearted. I start a lesson and don't follow it to completion. Maybe that's a good thing though. It's no fun trying to cram information down the kids when they lose interest.

Right now I think I need a pick me up, a motivational speech, a kick in the pants or a least some strong caffeine.

Anyone out there, homeschooler or not, feel the same way? What do you do to kick the laziness of the holiday season?