This is definitely a different kind of summer. Whether you believe in wearing masks or not, or social distancing, you probably have friends that do. You may have people in your family or friend group that are medically fragile. Whatever the reason, your summer may need to look a little different this year. In case you are leery of going to … [Read more...]
Eight (Plus Forty-Four) Ideas for Uncommon Family Adventures
We all love our families, but sometimes life gets in the way of really acting like it. We get busy with the day today responsibilities of life. But what if you could make lemons out of the lemonaid of day to day life? 52 Uncommon Family Adventures: Simple and Creative Ideas for Making Lifelong Memories is a great resource to help you … [Read more...]
A “Super” New Devotional–Bible Force: The First Heroes Devotional
If you are like me, you get tired of doing the same devotionals time after time. We like to try new things. One of our latest finds was "Bible Force: The First Heroes Devotional." BibleForce Devotional: The First Heroes Devotional is truly a “super” new devotional. Bible Force: The First Heroes Devotional BibleForce Devotional: … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Find Community as a Homeschool Mom
Community..that dirty little word that leaves many of us longing for more. We measure ourselves up to everyone around us, wondering where we can connect. Who do we have something in common with? Where is someone that will sympathize with our problems and accept our faults? Moms have so much on our plates that making friends can … [Read more...]
The Family Philia Challenge: 10 Fun Ways to Get Your Family Back on Track
Philia is one of the Greek words for love. Specifically it refers to love between between family or friends. I don’t know about you, but we could definitely use a little more philia around our home sometimes, especially between my older two! What better time for the Family Philia Challenge than Valentine’s Day?! Love is … [Read more...]
5 Popular Christian Authors with Adapted Works for Children
Sometimes as parents you might know who to turn to for your own spiritual inspiration. You may know the go to names, but did you know that many of them have also made or had resources adapted for children? Here are some names you may know that have also adapted resources for your children. Think of the great conversations you could have when you … [Read more...]
Yay for Young Whit: The Traitor’s Treasure
If you are blessed with children who are avid readers, perhaps you understand my conundrum. My oldest reads so fast that I can’t keep up with him. Knowing the loose lips (or pens) of some authors, it makes me cringe to set him free reading whatever he wants. I don’t want to hold him back and make him read less either. So it’s refreshing when … [Read more...]
How To Help Someone Through the Fire
When something bad happens, you have two choices. First, you can get angry and throw a fit. The second choice, is to take a deep breath and realize that God has a plan, even in the mess. My goal is to choose the latter. It’s a lot easier to do so when you are surrounded by people shining God’s light and being His hands and feet. We have been … [Read more...]
A Parent’s Guide to Crossflix
*** I was given a 3 month subscription in turn for an honest review of Crossflix. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I promise to always be honest with my Minivan Ministries community! I am always thankful any time I can find good, wholesome entertainment for my family. Where television and movies come into play, it gets even harder. It … [Read more...]
Six Brilliant Books to Read During Your Homeschool Year
If you are like me, you had big plans for the summer. That probably included lots of homeschool planning and reading over the summer so you would be extra prepared. Then life and summer adventures got in the way. Now you are staring at your school planner and wondering where the summer went. Remember that book list you wanted to read to make … [Read more...]
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