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Jumping into the Deep End Head First

I feel as if I have been pushed into the deep end of the pool now that our family has been tossed into the world of homeschooling three. I was use to schooling ten and eight year old girls. Even with their special needs I had...

Receiving Graciously

As the year begins, my inbox is still glutted with “Happy New Year” messages. “It’s not too late to make your 2011 tax-deductible donation to …” “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” I’ve been raised...

15 RIGHT Reasons to Homeschool

I’ve heard a few people say recently that they “don’t want to homeschool for the wrong reasons.” I have trouble fully grasping that statement. I mean really, what would be the wrong reasons to homeschool? ...

Homeschooling When Your Heart Isn’t In It

Taking time to play Right now, I’m struggling. Really struggling. I’m struggling with a pile of anniversary dates related to my son’s short life and his tragic death. I’m struggling to get up and start...

Dealing with Chronic Illnesses Part 3: Dreading Winter

December is my favorite month of the year because it includes my two favorite holidays: Jesus’ birthday and my birthday. I love the presents (giving as well as receiving), the wrapping, the sights, the sounds, the smells, the...

A Harvest of Fruit

3 If you live by my decrees and obediently keep my commandments,… 9 I’ll give you my full attention: I’ll make sure you prosper, make sure you grow in numbers, and keep my covenant with you in good working order....

Happily See-Through

We teach our kids about the omniscience and omnipresence of our God. That is, we let them know that God knows everything, sees everything, is everywhere, and so on. We can’t hide from him. He is always by our side. He is...

Taking Care of Mom

Happy 2012! It’s the beginning of a new year. It’s a great time to refocus on properly caring for yourself so you can be the best wife, mom, and homeschool teacher you can be! Refocus your mornings Those cold winter...

Dear Homeschool Mama

Dear Homeschool Mama, It’s been a long year. 2011 is almost over. You’ve spent much of it at home. You’ve taught math lessons (over and over and over …) and learned more about grammar than you ever wanted to know....

Homeschooling Is a Gift

Thinking about Christmas brings to mind gifts. Well, this year I am thankful for the gift of homeschooling. As I look back on this journey, I am realizing it is a gift that God presented to me six years ago, and I have slowly...