I am an avid reader and have worked hard to get my kids to love reading too. If you're a parent, you know how challenging that can be! Because my kids are homeschooled, I am able to assign them deeper books to read during the schoolyear (in addition to the extra books they read on their own). For my ... Read More about 12 Character Building (and Fun) Books For Teen Boys
A Beautiful Life After Post-Adoption Depression
The story I’m sharing today is my battle with depression and anxiety that intensified after our first two adoptions (i.e. post-adoption depression). This subject is, unfortunately, not often talked about. Families who experience post-adoption depression and anxiety are often ashamed to share because ... Read More about A Beautiful Life After Post-Adoption Depression
Parenting Piper – The Powerful Gift of Down Syndrome
Our family has the somewhat unique story of having chosen a child with Down syndrome through the gift of adoption. Piper is now 6-years-old and our day to day life is not much different than a parent who is raising a biological child with special needs. But I do recognize that those early months ... Read More about Parenting Piper – The Powerful Gift of Down Syndrome
Best Books For Homeschooling Inspiration
Our family began homeschooling in the fall of 2013, when our oldest children were in 3rd and 6th grades. Up until that point, our kids were in private Christian schools that we LOVED, but could no longer afford. I had a few good friends who I could go to for advice. But I also spent many hours ... Read More about Best Books For Homeschooling Inspiration
Best Devotionals for Elementary Kids
Timothy and I want our children to grow up to have an UNUSUAL and UNEXPLAINABLE love for the Lord. We want to train them to be obedient to the Lord's commands and have a faith that produces rich fruit. And maybe you want these things for your children too. But where do we start? With these 6 Best ... Read More about Best Devotionals for Elementary Kids