Redeeming the Rough Homeschool Day
Thursday, 04 March 2021
We can all agree that rough homeschool days happen. Sometimes they occur more often than we’d like. When we encounter chaotic days or seasons of life, homeschooling can take a hit and we’re left feeling “behind the curve.” Don’t despair! There is hope, and all is not lost. Even the roughest of homeschool days
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Homeschooling Through the Hard Times
Thursday, 25 February 2021
Let me begin by saying that I hope you never need this information. Homeschooling through a family emergency, medical crisis, or other hardship isn’t something I’d wish on anyone. However, if you find yourself in that position, here’s how to homeschool through hard times. Homeschooling When Life Is Tough We all have bad
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Homeschool Burnout, Bedlam, and Balance
Friday, 22 January 2021
For many homeschooling families, getting back into the swing of homeschooling after a holiday is a challenge. Throw in a pandemic, and returning to ‘normal’ becomes even more of a challenge. Are you overwhelmed by the thought of getting back on schedule, or are you someone who does much better with schedules and you
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Wear Your Motherhood Capes Proudly
Wednesday, 20 January 2021
By definition, a superhero is an exceptionally skillful or successful person. We, as a society, take it to mean anyone who steps up and does what is needed in times of adversity or emergency. Superheroes can be found in all walks of life. They don’t have to be just limited to medical professionals, the
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Avoiding Homeschool Winter Burnout
Thursday, 07 January 2021
It’s that time of year. Winter has closed in on us. The dark nights and bleak days seem to suck out all the joy and happiness in the world. Obviously, I have a few issues. And if I’m going to burn out, it will most likely happen in the midst of winter. I can’t
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Hey Mama Monday: Rest in His Love and Care, Mama
Monday, 21 December 2020
Hey Mama, Christmas is almost here—can you believe it? And then it will be over. And then . . . life resumes. We’ll start prepping and rushing all over again, knowing us. But don’t fret over that today, Mama. Today, *this day,* focus on spending the next five days with your littles, your love,
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One Thing Homeschool Moms Can Do
Wednesday, 11 November 2020
Not too long ago, I saw a friend on Facebook post a challenge. She is a fellow pastor’s wife who has faced some pretty significant issues in her life. Her challenge was to pick a habit to focus on for 30 days. At least, I think it was 30 days. I have participated in
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Fruits of the Spirit for the Homeschool Mom – Joy
Friday, 16 October 2020
Joy has always been of my favorite words. It just looks cheerful. But as homeschooling moms, it can be difficult to understand joy and even harder to find it on a consistent basis. We get too stuck on works and forget to rest in grace. Then the busyness of life steals our happiness, and
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