Must Have!
Every so often I get asked what items I consider essential in a school room. Of course, there are all the obvious options. Paper, pencils, printers, copiers, and computers are just a few of the things people consider essential for...
read moreThe Journey Back To Recess
When I started homeschooling, I was not a fan of recess. The school day was not that long in kindergarten, and if we could just focus we would be done super fast. Plus, there were all these natural transitions between curriculums, distractions from...
read moreScheduling
I am a scheduler. I like a plan. I like order. I like structure. My oldest agrees with me. The younger two do not. You can imagine the frustration to which this can lead, but yet we continue to have a schedule. Why? Simply put: I’m the...
read moreSeptember Sigh
I hear it every summer. I’m sure I’m not the only one. I’m in a checkout line, the kids are driving me bonkers, and the cashier says, “Don’t worry. They will be back in school before you know it.” Ummm… thanks… not so helpful… I’m the...
read moreLiving Learning
Living Learning The other day a friend posted a picture of her daughter on the first day of kindergarten. Her face was all lit up, and she just oozed excitement at what the day was to bring. As I looked at her shining...
read moreChurch – A Full Contact Sport
I couldn’t help but smile again this past Sunday. A young couple walked into service with their toddler son. He was adorable. He was full of smiles. He was full of words. And he was full of wiggles. As the service began, I saw their...
read moreBubble Wrapped
Do you ever feel like you're in a bubble of God's protection? Like your own super force field? I don't really have any other words to describe how I felt on the drive from Fairbanks to Fort Drum. I had many fears in the months, weeks,...
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