I think one of the most important qualities we can teach our children is gratitude. We start when they are first learning to speak; we prompt them …“say ‘thank you’” … hoping that the instruction develops into a habit of expressing gratitude to God and to others for what has been given. Gratitude is the [...]
As our entire nation grieves the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School, you may be wondering how best to help your own children deal with their thoughts, emotions and fears. It is very important that we comfort our children and allow them to express their feelings. It is also important that we use this opportunity [...]
Duck Day. That’s what we call it at our house. After two weeks of struggling through math assignments with my oldest, I offered him a small incentive. (We home school. No, I don’t use packaged curriculum. Yes, we are in a co-op. No, I don’t bake my own bread. And yes, you could, if God [...]
And be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32 Am I not destroying my enemies when I make friends of them? Abraham Lincoln Bullying strikes a raw chord with many people, showing that it is both common and extremely hurtful. Bullying takes place [...]
Labor Day approaches and if your kids aren’t back in school yet, they will be soon. Be sure to read Renee Corley’s article with her creative idea for neighborly hospitality. It will make you want to move to her street…or at least adopt her idea for your own! You may want to check out these [...]
Hospitality: not just opening your home to others, but opening your heart. Amy Wood (Keeper’s Hospitality Skill Session) When our daughter entered first grade, we had just moved into our new home. Our street was not fully developed and we were the only family with an elementary school child who rode the bus. Conveniently, our [...]
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