Yesterday our pastor preached from Luke 24. I was struck especially by verses 44-45: "Jesus said to [the disciples], 'This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.' Then he opened their ... Read More about Opening Our Minds
Urgent World Needs
The fields are white unto harvest. We know that, don't we? But we have a hard time seeing how we could help. Here is a list of missionaries needed in just a small sampling of the thousands of opportunities available: Argentina -- camp workers, ladies ministry, sports evangelism, ... Read More about Urgent World Needs
Weekend Plans
Today is bright and sunshiney, yet we're expecting snow this weekend in Iowa. The kids are thrilled, since that means they'll get to go sledding. For Mom, that means I need to be sure to get all my errands run tomorrow, before the snow arrives! So today is filled with paying bills, cleaning the ... Read More about Weekend Plans
Not feeling well…
Hi, everyone, I'm posting so that my blog won't be deleted. I'm one of those not-very-faithful posters, but it's because I've had a rough year health-wise. However, I'd love to get back to it. Would you mind praying for my health? No, pray most of all that I will learn to be content no matter ... Read More about Not feeling well…
Well, so much for using ABeka…
God provided everything we need for school this year, but I don't have everything ABeka like last year. My son (going into 5th grade) will be using ABeka math, science and history. I purchased the math workbook and speed drills, plus a teacher's key because his work is getting harder so this will ... Read More about Well, so much for using ABeka…
Not feeling well this week…
... so it's one of those weeks I'm thankful for two things: (1) Workbooks. They're not always the enemy! This week, my children's A Beka workbooks are ensuring that they continue to get lots of review on phonics sounds and math concepts, even when I don't feel like doing much else. If I were ... Read More about Not feeling well this week…
Interesting article by HSLDA
http://www.hslda.org/docs/news/washingtontimes/20051220.asp I read an article by Michael Smith, president of HSLDA, suggesting that a large number of formerly homeschooled families are turning to government charter schools. Why? It's so attractive to have curriculum materials (and oftentimes ... Read More about Interesting article by HSLDA
Tidbits…
Well, I'm headed upstairs to soak some oatmeal for breakfast. Sorry that all I'm talking about is oatmeal these days! Grains are my top priority right now, although with Christmas coming, it's going to be tough. There are so many traditional, family recipes that I just don't know how to make ... Read More about Tidbits…