Imagine you were standing at the foot of the cross, watching Jesus breathe his last. What would you feel? What would you believe? When we look at what the Bible tells us about the crucifixion, each of the participants had a different reaction to the death of Jesus. Their reactions…
Power Envy and the PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff
Take a look around your home. What do you see that utilizes electricity? The kitchen probably contains a refrigerator, oven, microwave, and maybe a dishwasher. Light switches and electrical sockets may line several walls in each room. Chances are you can find a television set or computer monitor somewhere around…
Continue ReadingDesigning Rules for Homeschool
So you’ve decided to homeschool. You chose your curriculum and gathered your supplies. Pencils are sharpened; lessons are planned. You know your children like no one else, and you know this is going to be great! But before you jump in, there is one more thing that will make schooling…
Continue ReadingWhy Are We Here?
Last night I was at a Christian High School awards ceremony. Toward the end of the night, one young athlete asked if he could say something. The coach stepped aside and gave him the mic. “I have been standing here, praying,” he said. “And the word that kept coming to…
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My Carr Fire Story
Sometimes it’s odd things that stir up memories of the Carr Fire. Last month, it was the way the wind blew on a beautiful summer day that struck fear and dread in my heart. A few weeks ago, I packed a shirt for a vacation to Tahoe, and the memories…
Continue ReadingMy Personal Teaching Journey
Every teacher and every homeschooling parent has a unique backstory. One that explains motivations, struggles and fears. One that demonstrates their love of learning and confirms their devotion to their students. When I was a teen, I had a poster in my room which depicted the shadow of a bird…
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