Creative Play Unboxed
I always enjoy new finds that can enhance my kids’ homeschooling experience. Last week, I met Stefanie Lim at a speaking engagement I was at,…
Category: Thoughts
About Beauty Regimens and True Beauty
Someone asked me what my beauty regimen is and I didn’t know what to say. When I told Edric and the kids about the question,…
Homemade Ornaments
Pinterest has such great ideas for DIY stuff, that sometimes I just have to try some of them! We just made our own salt dough…
Communication in Marriage
For about an hour a few afternoons ago, Edric listened to my rants, stories, and insights, all of which were pretty much unrelated to one…
Amorita is a Place of BIG Love
We arrived on the island of Bohol on Thursday morning, eager to spend the weekend at Amorita Resort on Panglao Island. After a hectic October, this…
Math and Mommy Meltdowns
I can’t remember a time when I’ve cried in front of my children because I was so frustrated with homeschooling. But I suppose there is…
Cultivate a Culture of Grace
Edric and I come under spiritual attack before almost every major ministry event we are involved in. One can argue that all life ought to…
Happiness According to Trolls
“Trolls” is a fun loving movie about the power of positive thinking. It has an uplifting message for kids and parents — that happiness is…
Let’s Be Motivating Parents!
I sat through the homeschool conference yesterday particularly inspired by the talk Andrew Pudewa gave on motivation. He shared four types, three laws, and two…
Hedgehog & Gameboard Issues & God’s Love
Since three days ago Edan has obsessed about a game called Sushi Go! Party, hunting for it on Internet board game sights, Amazon, and even…
When Older Boys Are Uninspired to Study
Friday morning started out like pulling teeth from my two older sons. Elijah and Edan grumbled, complained, and resisted being told what to do for…
Why Do You Still Love Me?
Edric is a very demonstrative person. He often tells me things like, “I love you.” Or, “You are the highlight of my day.” Or, “I…
