I followed my friend out onto the loading dock of the cannery. The summer heat was initially refreshing compared to the damp, cold building. As we climbed to the ground we chatted about the possibility of a new start. “I told him about you,” she casually said. “He said he may be able to help. We'll just talk to him.” An old … Read More
Owls In The Chimney
I am always delighted when life events turn into homeschooling lessons. Our most exciting studies are never found in the pages of a textbook. Such was the case one … Read More
Homeschool Curriculum Choices 5th, 8th, and 10th grades
This is the time of year many homeschooling moms are choosing books and building lesson plans. I'll be honest, I love looking through curriculum catalogs and … Read More
Did You Pray Today?
One day without prayer and you will notice. Two days without prayer and those around you will notice. I'm not sure where I first heard that expression, but I have … Read More
Gift Giving Ideas To Spark A Kids Imagination
If your kids are like mine, they are excited for Christmas. In fact, the Thanksgiving dinner is never cleared from the … Read More
Backyard Bird Watching And A Hunting Great Blue Heron
Despite a night of rain, my morning dawned bright. Admiring the scene out my window, I was delighted to look in our … Read More
My Plan For The Homeschooling Year
On day one of the new homeschooling year I was excited to start new curricula. I called the three kids to the table and began an enthusiastic explanation of our … Read More
Do You Succumb To Social Conformity?
Our culture is full of technological distractions. Recently, every news outlet and social media venue was plastered with reports and opinions of professional … Read More