Once we made the decision to homeschool (which was by far the hardest jump to make) choosing a curriculum was super easy. I had a few things I was looking for: Biblical based teaching Format/lesson plans already created Uncomplicated I know that sounds like a weird list, but I was already overwhelmed with our new … Continue reading Homeschool Part 3- Choosing a Curriculum
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Homeschool Part 2- Core Values
Have you ever been asked what your personal Core Values are? How about what the Core Values are for your family? I've been familiar with this term for a long time. When I was in professional ministry, living overseas, the organization we worked with had it's own set of Core Values, and they were beautiful. … Continue reading Homeschool Part 2- Core Values
Homeschool Part 1- The Decision
This post has been a long time coming. I've had some time recently, particularly in the last week to reflect on our journey as the year comes to an end. So much has changed from May of 2016 when I first learned I was pregnant to now as we finally expect the arrival of our … Continue reading Homeschool Part 1- The Decision
#thankful thursday- for better or worse
Today is Alan's day off. He works swing shift now and often times we are like passing ships during the night, errr... day. I can hear the trailings of his voice from the girls' room where I know he is snuggled up with them reading three chapters from one of our homeschool books. They cherish … Continue reading #thankful thursday- for better or worse
#thankful thursday- family
As the holidays approach they bring about such a beautiful season, but for many they can bring stress, tension, and sadness. For me they bring both. I love the holidays and all the magic they usher in, but they also lead me to waters of deep reflection, of mourning over the past- both last year … Continue reading #thankful thursday- family
