The beginning of a new school year is upon us. For me, there is excitement and hope for the possibilities that lie ahead, but there is also some anxiety. I often find myself wrestling at this time of year with feelings of insecurity. These questions go through my mind. "Am I teaching my kids enough?" "Have I done enough?" "Am I qualified to do this?" "What if I don't teach them … [Read more...] about New Homeschool Year Uncertainty
Preparing for the School Year: The Marathon Epiphany
It’s time to start school again. I’m not as excited as I have been in years past, although I’ve been talking it up to the girls and putting on my happy face. To be honest, I’m tired. I have put prayer and thought into making changes so our homeschool will match what I feel God has placed on my heart. I have spent the summer reading the Bible in 90 Days plan and 7 Tools for … [Read more...] about Preparing for the School Year: The Marathon Epiphany
A Time for Everything
As a mom one of the biggest things that I struggle with is time management. It is natural for me to think that I am being more productive with my time, the more that I accomplish. I love check lists and the more that I check off, the better I feel. Along with this frame of mind is a common saying that haunts me, “God wants us to be good stewards of our time.” This just makes … [Read more...] about A Time for Everything
Help! I’m Not a Planner!
Photo Credit It's that time of year--well, for many anyway. Time for homeschool planning to kick into high gear! Time to get out that shiny, pretty, just-waiting-to-be-filled planner or print out those planning pages. Time to hope and dream of field trips, hands-on projects, and reading the classics (or whatever thrills you!) But what if you happen to be one who … [Read more...] about Help! I’m Not a Planner!
Finding Your Homeschool Groove
Finding your homeschool groove can take plenty of trial and error. Finding your groove involves nothing more than being in a comfortable spot with your day. Notice I don't say a perfect day, I said a comfortable day. We are getting ready to embark on our 7th year of home education. I have found some strategies to help our household get into a homeschool groove. … [Read more...] about Finding Your Homeschool Groove