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Another Vulnerable One: School Shootings from a Mom’s Perspective
This felt important to share. Today I saw the news of another school shooting, at a Catholic school. My heart, oh my heart, as I checked the location to see if it was where my niece and nephew attend. It wasn’t, and I just sat at my desk and wept, deeply grieved and a little…
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When the Blog Traffic Doesn’t Come
I’ve been blogging for over a year now. In that time, I’ve written a lot, learned a lot, and poured hours into shaping words. But here’s the truth: my traffic is still really low. It’s frustrating. I wish my blog had taken off quickly, the kind people stumble onto and share without me working so…
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Encouraging Curiosity: Helping My Third Grader Explore Her Passions with a Self-Directed Project
As a homeschool mom, one of the greatest joys is watching my daughter discover what truly excites her: those topics and activities that light up her curiosity and creativity. This upcoming semester, I wanted to nurture that spark in a focused way, so I’m guiding her through a self-directed passion project. Why a passion project?Because…
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Summer Photo Dump
I have so much that I want to tell you, but I settled for showing you in so many little ways. I hope your summer is going well, dear reader!
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Easy Summer Breakfast Ideas
Summer mornings should feel slow and sweet, not rushed and stressful. Whether you are wrangling kids, getting ready for work, or enjoying a more relaxed schedule, having a few go-to breakfasts that are simple and nourishing can make a big difference. Here are seven of our favorite summer breakfast ideas. Each one is easy to…
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“Can Hardly Wait for School to Start Again?” A Moment That Changed How I Talk About My Kids
Last year, sometime during the cozy blur of December, my then-seven-year-old daughter heard the classic Christmas song It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas. She was enjoying the twinkly melody until that one line came floating out of the speaker: “And mom and dad can hardly wait for school to start again…” She turned…
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June Printable Meal Plan
I’ve so enjoyed making these monthly dinner planners. I’m not sure what I’ll do once I have all twelve months done, but for now, here is June!
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Redefining Femininity: Embracing Diversity in Beauty and Suzanne Sugarbaker
My mom is the kind of beautiful that turns heads in the grocery store. Small and willowy, with blonde hair and deep blue eyes, she has always looked like she stepped out of a fashion magazine. Her hair is always done and she matches her shoes to her handbag. Next to her, I used to…
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Earth Day In Our Homeschool
Earth Day might not be a “church holiday,” but as a Christian, I believe it’s worth paying attention to. Why? Because creation care isn’t just for environmentalists, it’s for all of us who believe in a Creator. The very first job God gave humanity was to tend and keep the garden (Genesis 2:15). We were…
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Beauty in the Filler
The other day at the grocery store, as we passed the flower section, I noticed my eldest daughter’s eyes light up. On a whim, I told her she could pick out a bouquet for us to bring home. She took her time, looking over all the vibrant, showy blooms—the roses, the lilies, the bright bursts…
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