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Welcome to a sampling of the Best of Heart of the Matter Online, as determined by our readers.

About Me Video meme
Want to get to know some of HOTM’s contributors and readers? Watch our VIDEOS to put a face and voice with the names you have probably come to love.

A Day in the Life of a Homeschooler meme
Read dozens of accounts by HOTM contributors and readers as we each share a typical day at our homes.

Battle of the Sexes
Amy Bayliss shares her encouraging thoughts on homeschooling in a testosterone laden house.

Confessions of a Curricaholic
Recovering Curricaholic Marsha shares a few simple tips that have helped her keep the dollars in her wallet and the books from overflowing the bookcase (and closet and cabinets…)

Homesteading…me? No, Absolutely Not
Suzanne discovers her inner “flower child” and begins an exciting adventure into homesteading.

How I Do What I Do
Suzanne gives valuable tips on how to homeschool with toddlers in the house.

How the Other Side Thinks
Luke’s inspirational retelling of how he learned to no longer fear the other side of an argument.

I am Not a Homeschooling Mom
While proud of her role and experience as a homeschooler, Gina explains why she prefers not to be called a “homeschooling mom”.

Lies Homeschooling Moms Believe
A series by Lori, based on the popular book by FamilyMan Todd Wilson.

Old Fashioned Homeschooling
De’Etta shares her observations of trends and cycles in the decades old homeschooling movement.

The Principal of the Matter
Kysha reminds us of the importance of letting your “principal” know how much he is appreciated for all that he does for his family. She shares practical and romantic tips for showing love to your husband.

Scheduling Woes
Tiany answers the question, Is there one best way to schedule and or plan out your homeschool day?

Striking a Balance
Rachel discusses ways to balance the many roles of Wife, Mom, Teacher, Maid, Cook, Friend, Daughter, Sister and Writer.

Things I Have Learned this Year
After some tears, ice cream and prayer, Heather shares her experience of learning to to be different, and learning to be herself.

This is All I Know
Suzanne’s heart-wrenching tale of bringing her oldest home and starting on the journey to homeschooling.

Time to Take Five
Marsha shares her secret to getting her boys to focus and stay on track.

To Love, Honor, and Vacuum devotional study
A series by Lori, based on the popular book by Sheila Wray Gregoire.

Too Much of the Wrong Kind of Socialization
Amy Bayliss discusses the negatives of public school socialization.