From the Depths of Sorrow is a series in which I reveal my heart and personal journey through my grief. Our son, William, passed away at age 11 months and […]

A New Series to Begin When we were at the hospital with our son William, a wonderful friend came to the hospital bringing a box of goodies.  In that box was […]

In Search of Motivation Usually by this time of year, my research is nearing the end and I am ready to start ordering materials.  This year is quite different.  I’ve […]

Social Graces Should Surround Us In the daily life of homeschooling it can be easy to forget some key points.  Yes, assignments need to get done.  Yes, appointments have to […]

In The Trenches Each day seems to be more difficult than the previous.  Each day seems like this trial will go on forever.  Each day we have to strive to […]

Another Child? This can be an easy question or a difficult one.  Some desire to have another child but that desire remains unfulfilled.  Some don’t even want to consider another […]

A Request for Prayers I have a heart that is filled with sadness and joy at the same time.  How can this be?  Our beautiful, wonderful, sweet, 11 month old […]

The Completed Workbook A symbol of triumph or a missed opportunity? There are some that are coming near the end of their current school year.  The excitement is building as […]

Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes can be a meal!  Our family of 11 usually has a few servings leftover when we combine it with a pound of shredded brisket.  Smaller families can […]

Getting Ready for High School I’ve always put together our school year with resources that I feel are engaging and academically sound.  I admit it takes longer to research subjects […]