Mothers are children, too.
This is a devotional I gave at my sister-in-law’s baby shower on Saturday. As I’m sure you’ve already felt, beginning your family starts a seismic
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Homemaking Encouragement for Christian Moms
Lesson Plans for Shakespeare's Julius Caesar
We’re in the midst of studying Julius Caesar this year. The boys are happy to be doing a play that has nothing to do with marriage or love, but
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How to focus on habits not results
Or, Four Focused Ways to Build Habits So much goal setting advice out there focuses on achieving certain outcomes. We’re supposed to set our eyes on a particular result
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A teacher must pay attention.
What is education? I love to collect quotes on what education means. Definitions are important, because without them we can be using the same word but with entirely different understandings
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Plan the Night Before: A Hack to Improve Your Plan
Write your plan the night before and supercharge your day. The day was over. The kids in bed, the house quiet. Time to sigh, breathe deep, and decide how to
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How to homeschool writing without curriculum
Teach writing at home with confidence by delaying composition, building language first, and giving feedback that helps kids grow into clear, capable writers.
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The reason for education
Last year my word of the year was virtue. Talk about an overwhelming word of the year! In that post, I wrote: * Virtue is the goal of classical education, which
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5 Habits for a More Productive Year
Be more productive by building habits that simplify and sustain your life. Learn the essential practices that help you plan, act, and stay focused!
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What a Novel Taught Me about Housework
Years ago, when my third born was just a baby, I hated housework. I was torn between wanting to be a good, competent homemaker and thinking that the state of
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How to Write Meaningful Goals
Meaningful goals that align with our responsibilities rather than our wishful thinking are worth the time it takes to make them, review them, and work toward them. It’s a
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The difference between responsive & reactive planning
Responsive planning allows for both intentionality and serving the needs of others, whereas reactive living will drain you dry. I’ve read so many productivity books over the years that
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Sanity Hack: Post-Christmas Whirlwind
Declutter your post-Christmas chaos in just 15 minutes with this 5-step sanity hack—quick tips to restore order and enjoy a relaxing holiday recovery.
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