Whether you are a parent, a Sunday school teacher, or a homeschooling mom, the fruit of the spirit for kids is something you will explore at some point in time. Why? Because they are guiding lights for how we are meant to behave. And you know what? They are not easy. Everyone will find that […]
Have you ever stood at the sidelines of a soccer or football field and cheered your child on but were extremely distracted and annoyed by the parent shouting out coaching advice and hollering at everyone else’s kids? Good sportsmanship is important and it begins with us! This is just one example. How about the pouters […]
I love gardening. God has been teaching me dozens of lessons as I dig in the dirt planting tiny seeds, carefully protecting them from weedy invaders, and patiently watering them. For me, connecting with God through nature comes naturally and I want it to for my kids as well. However, in our busy, fast-paced world. […]
I have never been particularly “brave”. To be completely honest, I would probably be considered “fearful”. I see this same characteristic in my firstborn, Caleb, and made a goal to seek out courage for kids and how I can help him be a little less fearful! Now, don’t get me wrong, I don’t want to […]
The term “life skills” seems to be thrown around often in the homeschool community. Sometimes we are serious as we all feel teaching life skills is important and sometimes we enjoy using it as a way to teach school and accomplish household chores at the same time. “We skipped science today so we could all […]
“Mom, do you need any help? How’s your head?” asks 12 year old Caleb. He pauses for a moment and stares at me. He and I have been through a lot together and a knife cuts at my heart thinking about the pain he has experienced. He is always full of caring and compassion for […]
Today’s five minute friday prompt is “next”. Each time my four year old loses a race or game or silly little contest he made up, he will quickly say, “I’m the next winner!” At first I laughed, but then I felt this need to gently explain to him that if you didn’t win than you […]
This little cutie is attached at the hip. Sometimes it’s a bit annoying, like when he’s screaming and clinging to my leg as I’m trying to walk out the door, leaving him in the safety of his dad. Mostly, I like it. He’s my side kick, my bff, and he’s always ready for a snuggle. […]
