“How have you been doing with your devotions lately?”, my dad gently asked one day while we were chatting on Skype. My throat closed up and I could barely get the words out as tears began to course down my cheeks. I felt like such a failure! Many days they just didn’t happen; andContinue Reading
Bible in a Year [for kids] – a review
Each of my independent readers has Bible reading time scheduled into their day. It’s my desire and hope that they will draw closer to the Lord during their quiet time with Him each day. It’s also my desire they they will read the entire Bible before they reach junior high school. I was very excitedContinue Reading
Feeling Blue During the Holidays
Christmas is this week! We are now officially in winter here in the United States, according to the calendar (although much of the US had winter arrive in a cold, bitter way weeks ago!). It’s supposed to be a joyous time of the year, full of merry good cheer and all that. For some, though,Continue Reading
Christmas Chex Mix Recipe
My oldest son (he’s 11), just told me the other day that he loves this time of year because of all the food. ‘Tis the season for baking, treats, and goodies! There are several Christmas goodies that we make every year at our house, and one of them is Chex Mix. We love making thisContinue Reading
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Christmas Gift Guide – For Tweens
I can’t believe Christmas is just one week away! It really snuck up on me this year and I don’t feel as prepared as I usually do. But, I have to say, I do have all my Christmas shopping done! So that’s a relief! Have you finished your shopping yet? In case you haven’t, hereContinue Reading
De-Stress with the 50% Rule
It was the same scene every night. “Girl’s it’s time to clean your room,” I’d say. After 15 minutes I’d go in to check their progress, “Girl’s you’re taking a long time so I’m going to set the timer for 10 minutes. If you’re not done, then you don’t get to watch a showContinue Reading
FREE Printable Zoo Scavenger Hunt Pages
A trip to the zoo is already an adventure, but adding a Zoo Scavenger Hunt can turn your day into an exciting, interactive learning experience for your kids. Whether you’re homeschooling, planning a family field trip, or just want to sneak a little education into your next outing, this Zoo Scavenger Hunt printable is aContinue Reading
Christmas Gift Guide – For Early Elementary Age
For this age group I like to buy gifts that hopefully won’t just get played with for three days and then forgotten. I like to buy gifts that will foster creative and imaginative play, spark interest, and that are, dare I say, educational. Things such as arts & craft kits, science kits, games, and buildingContinue Reading
Putting on the Spirit: Ten-Minute Devotions for Busy Moms {a review}
Moms are busy people. Period. Whether you’re a mom of one, two, or many – you are busy. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, or a mom who goes off to work every day – you are busy. Whether you homeschool your kids, or your kids go to public school – you are busy. BeingContinue Reading
