We all do it… We let the daily trials of being a parent take us to a whole new ability to… LOSE IT!! I mean how many of us have had one of those times that the crazy way our children decide to complete a chore gets us on edge. Now, take that there are […]
ESV Journaling Bible Giveaway
November 13, 2015 by 78 Comments
I first learned about Artistic Bible Journaling about a year ago. I have been wanting an ESV Journaling Bible specifically for that purpose ever since, but just haven’t been able to justify the cost. Then, I was offered the opportunity to review the ESV Journaling Bible by FlyBy Promotions. This bible has a beautiful denim […]
Bible Study Need Help?
March 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Strengthen your faith and deepen your knowledge of the Bible with this week’s bundle, which includes an encouraging devotional, three Bible studies and a guide to studying the Bible on your own. This week only, get all 5 ebooks for just $7.40 (a savings of more than 70%)! Savoring Living Water by Katie Orr and […]
Unglued Bible Study Starting Feb. 4
January 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I have had this book, DVD, and Study Guide since last fall. A few of my in real life friends, online friends and myself are ready to get started. I recommend purchasing at least the book and participants guide. If you can, get the DVD and gather a few of your friends to do it […]
Review~The Story of Ruth Through a Child’s Eyes
December 19, 2012 by 2 Comments
Back in March while attending the Teach Them Diligently Convention, as I was roaming through the vendor hall, a little table with a dark haired doll and books caught my eye. I wandered over and found the Ruth Doll and book The Story of Ruth Through a Child’s Eyes. I was intrigued and thought my […]
Celebrating the Advent with Christ at the Center~Truth in the Tinsel
November 25, 2012 by 1 Comment
This year we are doing a new Advent study. Though it is said this is geared for younger children, as I have looked through it, and started planning, I have found that it can easily be adapted for use with the WHOLE family. We are using Truth in the Tinsel this year. Spend December impressing […]
Jealousy Among Christian Creates a Chaotic Front
July 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This morning as I ponder today’s verses…I realize that the jealousy I see from others, is because they don’t understand that God called me where I am. Many of the people I notice this jealousy from, I wouldn’t want to be where God called them, because in all honesty, I don’t have the strength to […]
Life as a Frazzled Mom~Not Worth It
May 8, 2012 by Leave a Comment
You, Yes, you!! Frazzled? Ready to pull your hair out? Always looking for a way to get away? Think you are never good enough? Well, I am going to tell you something you don’t want to hear… Stop EVERYTHING. Take a deep breath and grab your Bible. Do you have your priorities straight? 1 Corinthians […]
Have a HEART Chapter 1~Heart For God
January 17, 2012 by 1 Comment
As a homeschool mom I was busy, but as a work at home, homeschooling mom I am BUSY. Sometime during this busyness, I can lose sight of what matters. I can get so focused on my children’s education and their projects, keeping house, working, blogging and trying to keep up with it all, that I […]
Fifteen Year Old Memories Rubbing Like Thorns
January 13, 2012 by 5 Comments
At the age of nineteen, I went through a rough time. It all revolved around a diagnoses of my dad having terminal cancer. I was home from college on Christmas break when he became ill. The first doctors who saw him said it was heart related. Later, it was a gall bladder problem. so they […]
Getting Ready for an Online Study of: How to Have a HEART for Your Kids by Rachel Carman
January 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Over the years it has been difficult at time to keep a positive attitude about my children. These time thankfully are few and far between, but I also know that I can improve my overall attitude. This is why I am starting a study with several other online friends with the book, How to Have […]
Deeper Roots~Encouragement for Homeschool Moms Review
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
If you have been homeschooling long, you know there are times that you have to find some encouragement. There are times that everywhere you turn when in need, you are told “well, just put them in public school”. You and I both know, that public school is not going to be the encouragement you need, […]
Discouragement in the Homeschool Trenches~Really in only week 3? Digging out!!
August 30, 2011 by 3 Comments
This week hasn’t quite gone like I wanted it to. Between appointments and baling hay we haven’t been able to start school in the mornings, and well, school work in the afternoons doesn’t seem to be working out. And if not getting school isn’t enough, chores are all messed up too. If I make […]
Pumpkin Seed Press Review~Includes three book reviews.
June 15, 2011 by 1 Comment
I have been blessed to be asked to review three books from Pumpkin Seed Press by Shelley Noonan. The Companion Guide to Beautiful Girlhood Beyond Beautiful Girlhood Plus Companion Guide The Three Weavers Mothers and daughters will be blessed to spend time working through The Companion Guide to Beautiful Girlhood and Beyond Beautiful Girlhood Plus […]
Considering God’s Creation~Review
May 25, 2011 by 1 Comment
Looking for a multi-level creation science curriculum? Want minimal teacher preparations? Want a few experiments using household items? Want some fun to complete worksheets, to be used in a note booking style? Then, Considering God’s Creation, by Eagle’s Wings may well fit the bill, literally since it only cost $29.95. Eagle’s Wings is: A creative […]
I Can Study Acts Alone With God Review
April 29, 2011 by 2 Comments
I Can Study Acts Alone with God NIV version, by Karen Mohs, published by Green N’ Stuff, is an in depth study of the book of Act for Upper Elementary and older students. However, my fifth grader did struggle, but I sometimes find that this is a week area for him…fill in the blank..he likes […]
Weekly Wrap-Up~Starting Nature Studies Again, The Boys of ‘76, and more…
March 4, 2011 by 3 Comments
This week has been a busy week at home. We have gotten up fifteen minutes earlier then last week each day. Our nap/rest/reading time has been much more peaceful. I think I will go another 15 minutes earlier next week and then see how this schedule works for the rest of the spring. Why would […]
Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary for Kids~Review
January 26, 2011 by 10 Comments
As part of the TOS Crew, I was given the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary for Kids from Lifeway Christian Stores, geared towards ages 5-10. This Dictionary is not your average dictionary. It is beautifully illustrated, and with easy to understand explanations and descriptions. This Bible dictionary consist of: Maps Charts comparisons hand drawn aerial views […]
I am Reading the Bible in 90 Days with Mom’s Toolbox
January 3, 2011 by 1 Comment
I have joined the group over at Mom’s Toolbox to read the bible in 90 days. I just completed today’s reading. Honestly, it didn’t take away from anything today. I was able to do in small spurts when I had a few minutes to sit down at different times. I always try to read something […]
Dealing with Disappointment
November 3, 2010 by 4 Comments
Disappointment is something we must face numerous times in our lives. As we get older, we find that many of the disappointments from our youth were nothing compared to the things that disappoint us now. We have disappointments of early deaths, not being able to reach goals we had set for ourselves, disappointments in […]
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