This morning as I slipped and slid my way to the chicken house over ice and snow, hurrying to get my morning chores done, I realized how cool it is that I was excited to get back to the house, back to my hot cup of black currant tea and my 9 year old and [...]
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Why Homeschool? A Christian’s perspective.
Published by February 23rd, 2010 in Christianity, Culture and Home Schooling and Parenting. 8 CommentsGot a yen to organize thy household? Well, step right up. There’s nothing wrong with a little “New Year’s” motivation…and with single digit temps and snow everywhere, there’s not much to do outside. Wish you could see the curvy path I’ve tramped through the snow to the chicken barn each morning and night the past [...]
The Dying to Self Series
Published by October 26th, 2009 in Christianity, Home Schooling and Life and Marriage. 3 CommentsA situation with a dear loved one had me reviewing my blog for the series of posts I did on “Dying to Self”. I thought I’d repost the links for them here, in case anyone else is wanting a refresher.
Here’s a quote from my first one titled, Exploring Dying to Self:
“The path toward humility is [...]
Reasons to Read Aloud to Your Child
Published by September 21st, 2009 in Book Recommendations and Home Schooling. 10 CommentsUpon marriage, my husband and I were polar opposites when it came to reading. I came from a family of readers and writers…the TV was rarely on in our house–we didn’t even own a VCR until the 90’s. My parents have a vast library, yes, a real room lined with bookshelves floor to ceiling, of [...]
I Love Homeschooling!
Published by August 19th, 2009 in Book Recommendations, Christianity and Family Ties and Home Schooling. 8 CommentsThe old-fashioned way of doing things grabs me. Not that I don’t appreciate modern conveniences, but yeah, you just might catch me utilizing a washboard for kicks. And I’d absolutely adore an outdoor kitchen fitted with an enormous antique white stove like great-grandma’s.
I was thinking that about myself this morning–my tendency of appreciating the old [...]
On the Homeschooling Bulletin Board…
Published by May 10th, 2009 in Home Schooling and Life. 7 CommentsThis is a “scrapbook” post for all our family and friends who couldn’t make it to Homeschool Presentation Day this past Saturday! What a great time we had, celebrating all our students’ accomplishments this past school year. I especially appreciated the Christian thread woven throughout the performances, from guitar solos of “Jesus Loves Me” to [...]
A stopping place for your child
Published by February 26th, 2009 in Home Schooling and Life and Writing. 2 CommentsToday’s my Thursday at Writer…Interrupted. I’m musing about the incredibly delicate balancing act we mothers with “side-interests” face. Hope you come over there and share your thoughts too.
On other fun topics, it’s about baby chick time again! And my original flock of 25 is fine and dandy. Spring must be in the air, as egg [...]
Monday Mornings
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Home Schooling and Homemaking and Life. 7 CommentsI love Monday mornings! Sundays are busy for us, so having a day at home is always something to look forward to!
Plus, my children are usually over-tired from a busy Awana club meeting the night before, so they sleep in a little bit, allowing me more time. I’m usually fired up about getting the house [...]
Sister Love
Published by December 11th, 2008 in Family Ties and Home Schooling and Life. 11 CommentsThere’s nothing like the classic Bing Crosby movie, White Christmas for nudging the ’sisterly lovins’ at our house (“Sisters, sisters…there were never ever better sisters”). Unless you’re watching, City of the Bees, that is. We were, watching City of the Bees, and towards the end of the 28 minute Moody Science video my youngest became [...]
God’s Call to Parents
Published by September 21st, 2008 in Christianity and Home Schooling and Life. 5 CommentsThis verse is a call to all parents, but it especially resonates to me, a simple home-school mom who needs reminders from time to time, that this work God has given *me* is crucial to my children’s earthly and eternal futures.
“‘And these words, which I command you today shall be in your heart; you shall [...]
