In a world of filtered images and algorithm driven noise, it's easy to feel like we're not enough. What if the answer is not found online, but in God's truth and in authentic friends who will walk with us through real life and pray for us?
Advice for Teaching Multiple Grade Levels at Home
Homeschooling parents are often teaching several grade levels at one time. This task may seem daunting, but I have a few simple strategies that can help.
Continue ReadingBorrowed Boxes
A Tribute to my mother who boxes things, but not people. Box Collectors Ever since I was a little girl, my mom has collected boxes. Every box she ever received, she stored in our attic. This included appliance boxes, technology boxes, and gift boxes. It was quite the assortment. It…
Continue ReadingReflections on Christian Characteristics
When we consider the animal kingdom, we see that each type of animal has basic features and traits which allow it to be classified and grouped into categories. Animals show their true nature in appetite, behavior, environment, and association. Likewise, as Christians, we should contemplate our own life’s appetites, behaviors,…
Continue ReadingTake a Hike: A Shelter-in-Place Family Idea:
My family enjoys outdoor activities. There’s nothing like spending time together, breathing in the fresh air, and getting some much-needed exercise. Because we all take pleasure in hiking, my friend gave us a trail guide-book for Christmas, Day Hiking, Mount Shasta, Lassen and Trinity Alps Regions, by John Soares. Since…
Continue ReadingGetting to Know You Through Writing
Three poetry frames help students write biographical or autobiographical poems.
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