One day my daughter took on the seemingly simple task of summarizing a page from a book. It was a small page with simple information. So, it was a total breeze, right? No drama or tears, just simple writing? WRONG!!! … Continue reading →
This isn’t what I signed up for. I’m tired. I’m anxious. I’m overwhelmed. Parenthood was supposed to be joyful. I was supposed to be happy. I was going to spend my days cuddling and reading books and my nights resting … Continue reading →
Do you do memory work in your homeschool? While I don’t think we need to spend our entire day memorizing facts and figures, we do some. Most important to me, we memorize scripture. I believe that every christian family should … Continue reading →
A few years ago we purchased a (somewhat spendy) fantastic math curriculum. I was so excited because it was GREAT and very hands-on. Weeeelllllll, it WAS great. Until it became a burden! Don’t get me wrong; the math program … Continue reading →
It’s almost Mother’s Day y’all! You know what that means, right? BRUNCH! I love brunch because I get all my favorite treats without having to conform to meal time ‘norms’. Plus I have an excuse to eat dessert in the … Continue reading →
As I looked at the distressed mom sitting across from me, clearly heartbroken over the news she was getting, I listened to the comforting words of the teacher running the meeting. She looked at the mom with kindness in her … Continue reading →
Don’t you just love Christmas morning? As parents we get to watch our children’s eyes light up with excitement and anticipation as they stare at the brightly wrapped packages. We get to share the joy of Christ’s birth and what … Continue reading →
“Babe, I need you to come home! Isabelle is having an allergic reaction to breakfast and I need to take her in!” Thus began the conversation that would change our lives. Our baby was allergic to eggs. Clearly my life … Continue reading →
You know that moment when your kid asks you for something they REALLY want, but you have no idea how to make it happen? You know they are going to be so disappointed if you say no, but you you … Continue reading →
“Dang it! Bible Study is tomorrow and I forgot that I needed to bring a dish to share. Plus there’s the women’s tea coming up and I need to bring something for that.” This is me pretty much every week … Continue reading →
