take the stress out of christmas
Monday, 23 November 2020 / Published in - Holidays, Articles, Blog, Hey Mama, Hey Mama Monday

Hey Mama Monday: Take the Stress Out of Christmas, Mama

Hey Mama, Are you trying to take the stress out of Christmas? What do you think of this idea? Ditch the school plans you made and be SPONTANEOUS. Take the kids and go do something or stick around the house and talk all day. Cook a meal with them (assign each child a task) to
aviation history
Thursday, 19 November 2020 / Published in Articles, Blog

A Brief History of Awesome Aviation Adventures

  I’m heading up to Atlanta next week. I’ll hop on a plane with my husband, and an hour later, we’ll be at our destination. Each time I fly, I’m overwhelmed by the miracle of flight—that we can soar through the air on a huge heavy plane! Aviation history is thrilling. I want to dive
letter of reality
Wednesday, 18 November 2020 / Published in - Character Development, Articles, Blog

Dear Momma, Letter of Reality

  Dear Momma, I’ve known a few parents whose precious kids have succumbed to mental or physical illness. Prayers, hopes, dreams, faith poured out – and yet the end result was death. The parents wonder and blame – Did I work too many hours during pregnancy?  Did I serve too much Jell-O with Red Dye
homeschool volcano
Tuesday, 17 November 2020 / Published in - Fun Ways to Learn, - Games and Activities, Articles, Blog

Fun Homeschool Volcano Resources and Experiments

  With the right homeschool volcano resources, you will be well on your way to creating a fun and memorable experience for your children! With the following fun facts and simple materials found easily around your home or at your local grocery store, you and your children will have a blast learning about volcanoes! Volcano
hey mama
Monday, 16 November 2020 / Published in - Holidays, Articles, Blog, Hey Mama, Hey Mama Monday

Hey Mama Monday: Open Everyday With Thanksgiving, Mama

  Hey Mama, Will you have a houseful of guests for Thanksgiving, or will you be traveling? Whatever your plans, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to thank the Lord for all He has done for us, to just enjoy being together with family, and to take a break and fill the house with the yummy
homeschooling a special child
Thursday, 12 November 2020 / Published in - Teaching Methods, Articles, Blog

Homeschooling A Special Child

  We’ve never been a “label” kind of family so our son has never been officially diagnosed with any disorder, but unfortunately, he definitely shows signs of one of the “A” disorders. We decided early, however, that that would not define him. He’s 7 now, and we have come through so many challenges already. He’s
homeschool moms
Wednesday, 11 November 2020 / Published in - Caring for Yourself, - Character Development, Articles, Blog

One Thing Homeschool Moms Can Do

  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
family dinner plans
Tuesday, 10 November 2020 / Published in - Planning and Organization, Articles, Blog

Family Dinner Plans

  My crew of kiddos, along with my sisters-in-law and three of their kiddos, started back to home-family school at the start of August. Two days a week, we get together at each other’s homes and have family school. It’s been wonderful, but back to school time means busy momma. One of our family school