She held her breath just a little bit as she looked around the room, squeezing her mom’s hand just a little tighter for comfort. Colors, bright and cheerful winked at her from every place she looked. Tables and chairs just her size were waiting in one area of the room. The room felt warm, friendly, and inviting. Then she saw…
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A Practical Plan to Use Adventures Around the World in Your Homeschool
Teaching your children about the world around them is a great thing, but how do you go from liking the idea to putting together a practical plan to actually make it happen? How do you add in one more thing among the reading, writing, math, and spelling? …without losing your mind in the process? It’s a daunting just making sure…
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To the Frustrated and Overwhelmed Homeschooling Momma
Dear Homeschooling Momma that’s had it, I see you. I see those tears you’re trying so hard to fight back. Yet, no matter how hard you fight them, they slowly slide down your cheeks and drop onto your lap. A quiet reminder of how inadequate you feel. I see you reaching to your chocolate stash hidden in that back drawer. …
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Teaching Every Day in Every Way
A Legacy of Simple Moments Do you ever stop and wonder what people will think of your life? What they do think of your life? A few weeks ago, my grandmother passed away. As usual in times like these, my family has spent a lot of time thinking about my grandmother’s life. Her legacy. And in one of the times…
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Don’t Let Your To Do List Run You Over
It’s Monday morning. A brand new week. You open your eyes, ready to face the day, face the week. Determination to get things done starts flowing as you hear the coffee pot kick on in the kitchen. You swing your legs out of bed, set your feet on the floor… And then it happens. Reality. The crushing weight of all…
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