Standardized testing in our homeschool became very important to us as parents. The testing was not for the kids but for us as parents. We wanted to be sure we were using materials that provided the foundation needed for their future endeavors in … [Read More...]

Ideas for Teaching Child Safety Skills
One of my daughters is currently in Kindergarten. There are several safety skills we feel are important we implement for our kids to learn as soon as possible. We have taught her mommy and daddy’s … [Read More...]

Too Much Milk Sent Our Toddler to the ER
How much milk is too much milk? As some of you may know, our almost 2 year old daughter was recently rushed to the ER. She was lethargic and crying out, hunching over her stomach acting as if she … [Read More...]

What about Today
As a young adult having grown up in church, I've heard it since before I can remember. "The signs are here." "The Lord is coming soon." Well, a certain sickness seems to have stirred up fear and more … [Read More...]

Mother, What are you Thankful for?
As we are approaching yet another Mother's Day, I have been thinking about all the things I am thankful for as a mother. I am so thankful to be a mother! What are you thankful for? Entering the … [Read More...]

Protecting Your Child Without Regret
As a parent from the moment your baby child is born your main desire is protecting your child. No matter how old they get this will forever be your job. How we each choose to do this will forever be … [Read More...]

The Hidden Gift in Caregiving and Homeschooling
Sometimes we experience the perfect homeschool day where everything goes smoothly. On other days our perfect plans are interrupted by those who need our help. Is there a hidden gift in caregiving … [Read More...]

Reaching – Reaching Homeschool Families
As homeschoolers, we have taken on a huge responsibility. We have taken a stand that says the world is not going to raise my children. The government is not going to raise my children. The church is … [Read More...]

Accreditation for Homeschool
My children all graduated from our homeschool with no accreditation. We researched this term to see just how necessary it really was and found out that it really wasn't an issue for our homeschool. … [Read More...]

Homeschool Video Classes and Screen Time
Are you worried about screen time? Is that why you haven't taken the leap to get help in your homeschool by using video classes? Screen time is all in your perspective. When you are facing up to 32 … [Read More...]

Best Time to Try Online Videos from BJU Press Homeschool
Are you still trying to find that help you need to effectively homeschool? BJU Press Homeschool is a great help to any homeschool family. Video courses are flexible and self-paced. The online platform … [Read More...]
HomeSchool Resources

HomeSchool Resources
Homeschooling can be a challenge! I wanted to give you a list of homeschool resources that were very helpful to me as I homeschooled. In this list may be supplies I used or a place or a curriculum or a supplement. Simply click the words in color … Read More ...
Frazzled Fridays

Traveling with our Dog – 3 in 1 Dog Carrier
We love our little dog. We have had dogs from the beginning. We got our first puppy while we were engaged. One of the things we enjoy is taking our little doggie with us when we go places. Why have them if you can’t enjoy them? Through the years we struggled as our children came […]

Instant Pot C6 Error – Blinking C6 Error on My Instant Pot
OH NO!!! What is an Instant Pot C6 Error? Why is my Instant Pot blinking lights with a C6 error in the window? Not now!!! I am in the middle of cooking and I am not one of those who has multiple Instant Pots in my kitchen. I grab the instruction book and look for […]