I remember several years back studying Holy Week with the children and arriving at this day. We read the story of Jesus’s death and resurrection and my oldest son described Good Friday, as the “best worst day.” I thought, “that’s exactly right.” Jesus’s suffering on the cross ... Read More about The Good News of Good Friday:
Booklist for the Homeschool Mama:
In this list I will be sharing some of my favorite books written for (and many written by) homeschool mamas. It can be difficult to find homeschooling mentors within our immediate communities, thankfully these incredible authors have been gracious enough to share their wisdom, experience, ... Read More about Booklist for the Homeschool Mama:
Sitting At The Feet of Jesus- Why Productivity (In The Way We Typically Define It) Isn’t Always The “Better Thing” In Our Homes and Homeschools.
As I revealed in my last blog post, I was diagnosed with Colon Cancer in November of 2022. I have endured two surgeries, a battery of test and appointments and have completed eight of my twelve chemotherapy treatments to date. To say this has been a period of difficulty would be an ... Read More about Sitting At The Feet of Jesus- Why Productivity (In The Way We Typically Define It) Isn’t Always The “Better Thing” In Our Homes and Homeschools.
Homeschooling Through the Unexpected: How Faith and Building a Strong Foundation of Self Directed Learning is Helping to Carry us Through This Difficult Season.
We Need to Call Your Husband: On November 10, 2022 I underwent a colonoscopy which revealed a tumor in my sigmoid colon. December 6th I had surgery and based upon that pathology I was diagnosed with stage III colon cancer and will complete 12 cycles or 6 months of adjuvant ... Read More about Homeschooling Through the Unexpected: How Faith and Building a Strong Foundation of Self Directed Learning is Helping to Carry us Through This Difficult Season.
Greenhouse Schoolhouse: Finding the Balance Between Protection and Preparedness. Allowing Our Children to Flourish in Their Own Time.
The Three Parenting Styles I Hear Most Often: "Helicopter parent, Tiger parent, and Free Range parent;" these terms amongst many other are used to describe various parenting styles, each with their own positive and negative connotations. The Helicopter Parent is known for hovering. The ... Read More about Greenhouse Schoolhouse: Finding the Balance Between Protection and Preparedness. Allowing Our Children to Flourish in Their Own Time.
