Sliding into Lessons
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In mid-February after my fourth grandchild was born, a friend casually asked what the next big event would be in our family this year. After stopping and thinking for a moment or two, I could honestly say, “Nothing!” with a big smile on my face. There was not a single big thing that came to mind. No...
Homeschool Open House
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On Sunday, my family will be hosting our first Homeschool Open House. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and even great-grandparents will be coming to see this year’s school work on display in a format that they’re used to seeing in public schools but in a much homier environment and with better cookies. There’s an indoor...
Life…it can be hectic
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A few days ago I realized I had not submitted my monthly HOTM article. Not only that but I had not finished my monthly HOTM article. Honestly? I had not even begun to think about my monthly HOTM article. I quickly jotted off a note to my “boss” (HA!) and let her know that life had taken a huge swing at me and...
The Learning Styles of the Fun and the Not So Fun
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“Mom, teach me to tell time!” asked my seven year-old, Madeline. I replied, “Okay Maddy, let’s get started.” What seemed like a fun thing to embark upon, turned out to be… not so fun. I had drawn the face of the clock; cut it out, and even used a clasp in the back to hold the hands so they could move (I wanted it...
Are You Wilting?
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It had hung next to my kitchen sink for more than 15 years; happy and green in a weathered terracotta planter. I had never done anything special to it, but my shamrock flourished in the same planter in four different homes in two states. I’d added new soil on a couple of occasions, but other than that it received no special...
Homeschool Perk #3: Family Bonding
Posted by Cheryl | 0 comments
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...
My Own Life is a Phantom
Posted by Renae | 0 comments
Sometimes I get frustrated by the sacrifices required to be a mother, wife, and homeschool teacher. I rarely get time to myself until after sunset, but staying up late to enjoy the quiet makes me tired with a propensity towards grumpiness no amount of coffee can remedy. My hobbies are stuffed in closets rarely to be seen. Most...
To Please My Husband
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My personal journey toward finding God in my marriage In November of 1998, I looked into the eyes of my newborn daughter and fell in love. My whole worldview began to change. My whole life I had intended on working, sending my children to daycare, advancing my career, and providing my children a “rich” educational...
Wait! Before you Stop the Car and Get Out… 10 Burnout Busters that Can Help!
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My husband and I have been involved in church ministry for the full 14 years of our married life. We have planned and prepared many different kinds of programs, hosted innumerable (and delightful!) dinner guests, taught countless small groups, staffed youth programs, trained leaders, presented workshops, sermons and even...
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