Monthly Archives: March 2006

This week’s lessons: March 27-31

Posted on March 31, 2006 by

This was an unusual week because of Princess G’s birthday and because we had to take her to the doctor. She has eczema from head to toe at this time in her young life. We try our best to keep on top of it but this time it really got away from us. She had infection from her hips to her little piggies. It was the worst it has been, and it’s been pretty bad. … read on, my friend…

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Happy birthday, Princess G!

Posted on March 30, 2006 by

I cannot believe that my oldest is now 8 years old! Where does the time go?? Five things I love about her: She is an absolute joy to me. Her sweet attitude, even in the face of physical challenges Her ability to see solutions to problems she finds Her appreciation for true beauty Her tender heart toward the Lord I am so glad she is in our family. And I count it an honor to … read on, my friend…

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What my kids really need to know

Posted on March 14, 2006 by

In all my planning sometimes I have to remind myself of the important things. While the math and the grammar are important, they are not the end, but a means to an end. I made this list so I can always remember that these things are what really matter. Love of God and His Word Their reason for being here Reasoning from God’s Word and its application to everyday life The pleasure of independent study … read on, my friend…

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hold your laundry close to your heart

Posted on March 9, 2006 by

My family is benefitting from the changes I’ve implemented from Managers of Their Homes (MOTH). One change is that we have added a “training” time. This is a small block of time where I can teach stuff they need to learn, like the proper way to wash your hands, shake out a rug or sweep a floor. This has been a great time for us together. We were folding laundry this week and I was … read on, my friend…

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looking at the Bible with different lenses

Posted on March 4, 2006 by

places God’s Word at the center of all subjects. We do not tack some scriptures on to a canned curriculum, but we discover the principles from which the subject is derived and teach those. I love using the Word of God as the foundation for all subjects. I enjoy it for many reasons. First, it keeps me in the Word more than any other type of education would. My philosophy of education requires me to … read on, my friend…

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