Large Families Are Not Poor

Despite what you’ve heard, large families are not poor. Children make you rich in the things that matter most. It’s true–our home holds a lot of people. We are a messy, noisy bunch, and we are not afraid to express ourselves! There is usually so much going on … Read More…

learn the art of ignoring as a mom

Good Moms Know How to Ignore

If you don’t develop the art of ignoring, you will crash and burn as a mother. Good moms know how to ignore. Oh, yes, I believe in keeping a neat house, of doing things ahead, and of making life simple, but if you looked deep into my psyche … Read More…

secret of relaxed homeschooling

Secret to Relaxed Homeschooling

There is a secret to relaxed homeschooling. It’s actually what makes everything else work. What is it? Actually…drumroll…it’s: DISCIPLINE! I know, I know, this is not considered a positive word. Discipline is actually something we’ve been conditioned to avoid. Besides, what in heaven or earth does discipline have … Read More…

What Self-Control Will Do For You

Read on to find out just what self control will do for you. Self-control is not supposed to keep us from having fun–it is supposed to make room for the lasting things that bring joy and satisfaction. Here’s an illustration: Suppose a mother has a preschool child who … Read More…

Eve Reborn, Renew Your Marriage, Man and Woman

Renew Your Marriage

In my last post we discussed the introduction to our series entitled “Eve Reborn.” I have since added numerous videos, so I thought it would be good to put up a post and give some added insight on how to renew your marriage. It is important to realize … Read More…

Free Homeschool Mom Planner

Free Undated Homeschool Planner

Happy summer to all my homeschooling mom friends! I hope you enjoy the free undated homeschool planner pages I am offering (link at the bottom of this post)! I’ve been busy (as I’m certain all of you have been, too). Among the blessings of this summer so far … Read More…

Free Homeschool Mom Planner for Spring 2022

In this post I will be introducing the promised free homeschool mom planner for spring 2022. This planner is meant to include elements of the different hats homeschooling moms wear. This is the second in a series with some changes and/or improvements based on your input and my … Read More…

Cheap Homeschooling With Composition Books

This post is about cheap homeschooling with composition books. Don’t let lack of money keep you from homeschooling! Learning does not have to be complicated and expensive. If you have enough money to purchase some composition books, and basic school supplies, you’re in business! Besides a recent video … Read More…

A Poet for Father’s Day

It’s that time of year when we ask ourselves the question, “What do men really want for Father’s Day?” Let’s see; most men have enough ties, and candy, and coffee mugs. One thing they do not have in our culture (and in most families) is honor and respect. … Read More…

Why you should read Shakespeare this Summer

Why You Should Read Shakespeare This Summer

It has come to my attention that Shakespeare has been “cancelled.” But I’m not so sure of that. After all, his plays have survived multiple wars, famines, plagues, world conquerors, fascism, communism and just about everything in-between. Like it or not, they are here to stay. In fact, … Read More…