Monthly Archives: September 2009

Learning plans 2009-2010

Posted on September 19, 2009 by

Last year was challenging (but when is homeschooling not challenging really) because I have always struggled with doing things the “right” way using the Biblical Principle Approach. Actually the BPA is beautifully simple. Not necessarily easy, but simple. Adding a 5yo to my 6th and 3rd graders had me a bit stressed. I wrestled with the idea of individual subjects, of textbooks, of private school. Some health issues have added to my struggle and I … read on, my friend…

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Bookbinders tickets

Posted on September 9, 2009 by

There was a fascinating discussion on the bookarts listserv about something called a bookbinders ticket. It’s a small paper glued into the back of the book with the binder’s unique mark and it tells you about the binder and when it was made. They’ve been around for  about 400 years and give a offer a history of bookbinding. I do not make tickets but I do have a little round rubber stamp that I use … read on, my friend…

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blog makeover giveaway

Posted on September 8, 2009 by

I know I just gave away a book last week, but I am so excited about my new look that I want to give some goodies away! Here’s how it’s gonna go down: Because this blog incorporates several things I am passionate about, I want you to leave me a comment about what you are passionate about. I will draw THREE winners. Two will win my ebook and one will win a for real blank … read on, my friend…

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All of me

Posted on September 7, 2009 by

I have kept separate blogs for several years. I have a book arts blog, a blog for creative homeschool ideas. (I used to have a blog about praying with children too.) All this is fun but really tiring. There’s a lot to keeping up a blog, much less three. My dear friend Renae suggested I combine my blogs rather than quit one altogether. It was just the pep talk I needed. So here it is, … read on, my friend…

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We have a winner!

Posted on September 2, 2009 by

And the Freedom & Simplicity on the R Road to Biblical Wisdom ebook goes to… TRICIA! Thanks to everyone for playing. I love giveaways and hope to have another one soon. Tricia let me know where to email your book!

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