Out of Steam

Encouragement

by Rebecca Kocsis It’s right there on your calendar, circled in red. The last day of school. It’s coming quickly, and yet seems so far away at the same time. And you are tired. Rather than pushing forward, full steam ahead, you’d much rather pack it in and call it a...

But If Not

Encouragement, Leaders

by John McGowan When I was 36 years old, I was diagnosed with advanced stage colon cancer. It came at a time when my personal and professional life was full, thriving even. I was busy running a small law firm with a growing practice. My wife and I were heavily...

Homeschool Hindsight

Encouragement

by Carrie De Francisco Last spring I was sitting in one of my favorite homeschooling spots. I was outside under our Crepe Myrtle tree sipping an iced mocha latte while looking over my son’s senior portraits. I was overwhelmed with all kinds of emotions. I remember...

But I’m Not a Teacher!

Elementary, Encouragement, Family, God's Plan, High School, Jr. High and Sr. High, New Homeschoolers

by Penny Ross “But I’m just a mom! I’m not a teacher! Won’t I fail my child?” This is one of the most common fears I hear voiced by parents considering homeschooling. We are accustomed to the world of campus-based education, with “paid experts” filling the role of...

Gifted Children at Home: The Good, the Great, and the Nitty-Gritty!

Encouragement, Special Learners

by Maggie Hogan and Tyler Hogan “I asked Mom if I was a gifted child. She said they certainly wouldn’t have PAID for me.”   – Calvin (Calvin & Hobbes) The Good  If you are parenting a gifted child, there are three things you need to know right now, so...

5 Ways Busy Moms Can Get Quiet Time with God

Encouragement

by Tauna Meyer One of the biggest struggles of a busy mom is making a habit of morning quiet time with God. We know we need quiet time with the Lord desperately if we’re going to survive our day, let alone thrive in it. We know we cannot serve our families and be...