There is just something special about putting thoughts down in writing, especially if it's in a personalized journal. I default to the computer often, but I still want a notebook with me when I’m taking a course or seminar, brainstorming and hashing out ideas, or writing a song or poem. There was a time when I carried a notebook with me everywhere … [Read more...]
A Double-Edged Sword for Girls
Many thanks to Telling Ministries LLC and HCCP for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post. A double edged sword sounds dangerous---and it is! It also, traditionally, … [Read more...]
Planning for the New Year
Who is ready for a new year? It’s time to start planning! One of my mottos is Benjamin Franklin’s famous quote, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” The same is true of our spiritual lives. When we make a plan and commit to growing spiritually, God will bring the results. Here is a tip for spiritual planning for the new year... The … [Read more...]
Celebrations and Traditions for the Modern Christian Family
***I was given a copy of "Generation to Generation" for review purposes, but all thought and opinions are truly my own. I promise to always be true in my recommendations!*** Holidays, birthdays, celebrations—I love them all! Being festive breaks up the monotony of the day to day. When we pause to consider the reasons behind the celebrations, … [Read more...]
Three Christian Book Series to Put On Your Children’s Reading List This Year
No matter what homeschool camp you find yourself in, we all have one thing in common--our children need to read good books. A love of reading is valuable beyond words. No only does it teach us about a variety of topics, it also draws us into different worlds. Here are a few Christian book series to put on your children’s reading … [Read more...]
Scripture Memory That Sticks
Looking for an easy way to memorize scripture? Here is an easy way that incorporates review so that you don’t forget the verses you have learned. In other words, it’s scripture memory that sticks! This is an almost magical way to memorize scripture that only takes about 10 minutes per day, or less. It is referred to as the Charlotte … [Read more...]
Science Curriculum and More
True confessions: I am not a scientist. In fact, science was probably my worst subject in school. I literally prayed my way through biology in college. One of my favorite quotes of all time is from the show Joey (the short-lived spin-off of Friends), when he said, “It’s like science. It can’t be explained.” Apologia Science … [Read more...]
