Hey Mama Monday: Embracing Our Special Children, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Want to hear some encouraging news? You can teach your children at home successfully, even if they have special needs! So many can testify to that! One of our children tested positively for Asperger’s. However, she passed the graduation requirements for our state at an earlier age than most “regular” kids.
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Hey Mama Monday: Let’s Get Organized, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I once heard something freeing. It sounded like this: Organization is not an end goal; it is a continual action. It is not something you attain; it is something you continue to pursue. So, for those of you who think you have to “get organized” before you can feel confident about
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Hey Mama Monday: Start Your New Year Off Right, Mama

  Hey Mama,   So much to be thankful for. Look at this time last year. You have grown. There have been trials, tribulations, problems, hurtful seasons, and pain. There has also been joy, new life, friends who have stayed closer than a brother, and blessings from the Lord’s hand so direct that you know
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Hey Mama Monday: How Can You Improve Your School Year, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   How can you improve your school year? Put God first, and make sure you and your husband bathe all your plans in prayer. Put everything in His hands, and then get to work! Today is the last of the holidays, and it’s time to think about nestling into the school week
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Hey Mama Monday: What Are Your Family’s Christmas Traditions, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   Enjoy this season. Stop and look at the lights. Drive through the city or town if you can at night with your family and just make it a point to slow down and take it all in. It’s so pretty right now. Really. Slow down. It will all get done. It
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Hey Mama Monday: Pause. Adore Him this Christmas, Mama

  Hey Mama,   Twelve days until Christmas? Is it possible to slow that down a bit? I wish it were. But the count goes on, and I must fit everything in. This season can be stressful as it adds to our already full lives, but it sure helps if I would remain in a
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Hey Mama Monday: Are You Gearing Up for Christmas, Mama?

  Hey Mama,   Kids love to give gifts and make something special for those they love. Sometimes as adults, we forget how special creating gifts can be (and budget friendly–grin!).  Whether you feel like you’re “crafty” or not, you’ll find some great ideas here: -The Old Schoolhouse® holiday supplements here and here -Pinterest for The
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Hey Mama Monday: How to Get Back to School After the Holidays, Mama

  Hey Mama,   I was trying to figure out this week why I was feeling so downcast right about now. Maybe it was because these last holiday weeks: I’ve been sick with a cold and nasty cough. I’ve had lots and lots of visitors. I’ve had some painful relationship issues to deal with. I’ve
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