Co-op Community Building

I have been a part of four different co-ops in three different states. Each time, I went looking for a community of fellow homeschoolers who could offer support and encouragement. I wanted to find friends for my kids to grow up with. I wanted to introduce my kids to other adults who could speak into their lives with influence,...

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Facing the Crossroads

When the fun and games end One of our standard parental retorts when our kids were younger was “it’s all fun and games until someone gets hurt.” It usually came on the heels of “somebody” crying after the brother was too rough during a game. Over time, however, we found this proverb also applied to us as parents...

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Review: Homeschooling Take a deep breath–you can do this!

Homeschooling Take a Deep Breath–You Can Do This! by Terrie Lynn Bittner (Mapletree Publishing; 2004) is a terrifically encouraging and informative book for homeschoolers whether they are newbies or seasoned veterans who are feeling a little burnt out. I originally borrowed this book from the library and immediately knew...

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Learning Disabilities Stressing You Out?

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. ~ James 1:2-3 “Consider the following four dead-end kids. One was spanked by his teachers for bad grades and a poor attitude. He dropped out of school at 16. Another failed...

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Three Steps to Overcoming Homeschool Fears

Are you constantly worried about your homeschooling? Do you fretfully ask questions such as “Am I doing enough?” “What about…?” “What if…?” God is sufficient for every situation we will ever encounter. Because of His abundant goodness, kindness, and love for us, we do not have to...

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Delight Directed Learning

Today (the day that I am typing this) is the 15th of June. Due to time needed for editing, etcetera, our HOTM articles are due by the first of every month. Needless to say, I’m a bit late. I have been dwelling on what profound insight or encouragement I could share with you for weeks but, I’m sorry to say, I got...

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The Dress

When I was a child I was sneaky. Being an only-child and not having anyone to tell on me, I thought I could get away with more. This wasn’t always true. My mom seemed to know the truth most of the time! Did she really have eyes in the back of her head? Were there hidden cameras? How did she know? My mom used to tell me...

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Homeschool Perk #3: Family Bonding

I have been writing on a continuing theme here the last few months, with the emphasis being on the many perks of homeschooling. But, before I get to the next Perk of the Month, feel free to read through the previous homeschool perks, listed in my top ten format, under related articles at the bottom of this post.  And now for...

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Comments of the Week

Here at Heart of the Matter, we love our readers and we love your comments! One of the greatest things about WordPress is the amazing plugins we can install on the website here. Like the comment thread, which enables all of us to have conversations with each other right in the comments. You can leave your own, or reply directly...

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Visit With Tiany Davis of The Homeschool Lounge on blogtalkradio

Join host Dana and guest Tiany – Founder of The Homeschool Lounge on the Encouragement from the Heart radio show! This program is for new and seasoned Homeschooling parents. We will be discussing vital issues concerning the homeschooling community today. Each show will begin with a foundational scripture that will provide...

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