I am just so inspired and encouraged as I read in the comments from Monday’s post about what kind of legacy you all want to leave your children. Isn’t it so amazing to walk in community and unity in our goals? Of course how that plays out will be unique as each family dynamic is different […]
Homeschool Philosophy
Thinking OUTSIDE the School Desk
There is just something about 6 year old little boys, or at least my 6 year old little boys… They have a high desire to practice their spelling and improve their reading skills, but very little desire to pick up that little pencil. The desire is especially potent right now because my middle son wants […]
Oma’s Book Club
In continuing our discussion of books and reading, today I have a guest post from my mother, affectionately called “Oma” by her grands. She is a gifted teacher. Literature and discussing great books is one of her favorite things to do. I feel so blessed that she is passing that love on to her grandchildren! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ […]
Planning for the Unplanned
Delighting in the adventures of the day. Recognizing their value and promise. Yes, there are days I feel overwhelmed, under prepared and ill-equipped. But I serve a God who is all-powerful, all-knowing and never gives us more than we can handle. Learning happens all the time. Education is an atmosphere. Training opportunities are at every […]
Facing the Giant…
I’m back! Rested, relaxed and with renewed focus. Sometimes, it is so helpful to refocus and take a break from the norm. But I’m thankful to return and I have so much that I’m eager to write about… I set out to battle my personal giant – ‘the black hole that is the internet’, as my sister aptly […]
Exploring the World of Walt Disney
I can’t help myself… Life is full of learning opportunities and with grandparents taking us to Disney World for a Christmas gift this year, I took advantage of the opportunity to help prepare them. So while I was speeding my way through The Unofficial Guide to Disney World with Kids (which I highly recommend), the boys […]