The other area that I found revelatory was the truth of personal evangelism. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always thought that ‘go into all nations, preaching in my name’ meant just that. I have often been envious of the Christian who’ll sit next to you and ask, “Have you heard the Good News?”, […]
Happily Stuck in the book of Acts, part 1
I’m glad so many of you were able to gain something from the homeschool socialization article. I had to reflect laughingly when my mother-in-law, a public school educator, visited on yesterday, and the preschooler was so excited about showing off her work. At least a couple of times, the preschooler said, “This is what […]
Homeschoolers and Socialization
I was forwarded this article from another loop. I think it is one of the most comprehensive articles I’ve seen on the subject of homeschoolers and the arguments regarding socialization. If you have an opportunity, this is a great read, both to educate yourself and others. http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/144135.aspx
A Trip to the Rainforest
We were able to join my husband on a trip to Galveston and to Moody Gardens recently. The beauty of the gardens, and specifically of the Rainforest Pyramid, were just what the doctor ordered. Pictures won’t capture the peace, the tranquility, or the simple awesomeness of what we experienced, but here is my feeble attempt […]
Conventional Wisdom
For the past several days, the older two and I have been reading in Acts 10-11about Peter’s vision of the unclean meats, leading him to begin to preach the gospel to the Gentiles. This has given us a powerful opportunity to talk about the courage and conviction it takes to step out in what you […]
The Deliberate Holiday
…from work, that is. Yesterday, I very intentionally did not touch the computer (other than to check in on a few blogger friends). With all the time on my hands, I was able to: Vacuum downstairs Clean all the bathrooms (I even took a toothbrush and went around the faucets!) Folded 2 loads of clothes […]
Thinking Blogger Award
I received this from Sandi, who said that I ‘share about faith and life and race and homeschooling always with gentle grace.‘ That’s a humbling statement for me; all I’ve posted is the pondering of my mind and heart, and I don’t always know that I’m successful at articulating it well, so I appreciate her thinking […]
From FEAR to facts, from facts to faith
Hi, and many thanks to all of you who have been so encouraging in these last few days, and especially to Keri Mae of AHappyHome who took the time to type the entire 42nd psalm. It’s hard to believe that people I’ve never met can be so very dear to me in such a short […]
Keeping perspective
On this past Saturday, while my oldest stayed at home with me for some quality mother/preteen time, my husband took the younger two to a great frog exhibit at the Science Museum. Although we attend the museum often, this trip was special. A couple of weeks ago while on the road, my husband ran into […]
Buy books, not stuff
I just read a great article by Diane Flynn Keith entitled “7 Dumb Mistakes Smart People Make When They Homeschool and How to Avoid Them.” The article really struck home with me in areas where I’ve been, and some areas in which I insist on returning, despite my best efforts. For copyright’s sake, I won’t […]
Reflections over ice cream and my brand new in-house stream
I may still get that dishwasher yet. Are any of you as crazy as I am, and actually see yourself in your new and improved kitchen using your new appliances? [Insert a well-tanned June Cleaver here]. After the repair that depressed, but excited me—all at the same time—I ran the dishwasher a couple of nights […]
Doggone it!
Our dishwasher broke down a couple of weeks ago, and I was sure it had given up the ghost. Today after 15 minutes and $65, the repairman announced that all we had was a plugged line. I’m planning to redo the kitchen with stainless steel, and had already picked out the new one! Lord, why […]