Mothering by the Book Click here to watch this interview. More about Mothering by the Book: “Wit and wisdom for every mother, everywhere.”–ERIN LOECHNER, author of Chasing Slow Becoming a better, happier mom starts with the stories you tell your kids As a mom, you want to nurture a strong family, but fear steals your… [Continue Reading]
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Writer’s Desk with Jennifer Pepito
The Writer’s Desk with Jennifer Pepito Jennifer Pepito is the founder of The Peaceful Press, a company committed to providing learning resources that promote connection between parents and children. Jennifer’s wisdom has also been featured on Wild + Free, The MOB Society, the Washington Post, and Home Educating Family. She unlocked the power of a… [Continue Reading]
How Do I Homeschool?
How Do I Homeschool? When we first start homeschooling, parents often think the big stuff they need to know about includes things like curriculum and schedules. But as a homeschooling mom for twenty-eight years, I’ve learned that parents need a few other things: Confidence: Seeing that other people have done it. Hope: Trusting that we… [Continue Reading]
When is the Homeschool Day Over?
When is the Homeschool Day Over? Out of all the questions that people have about homeschooling, this one tops the list. While the answer varies with each family, here are a few things to consider when it comes to setting a homeschool schedule, keeping on track, and knowing when the homeschool day is over. When… [Continue Reading]
The Importance of a Simple Homeschool Schedule
Never underestimate The Importance of a Simple Homeschool Schedule. Does making a school-at-home schedule intimidate you? Do you resist the idea of a schedule “tying you down?” Or maybe you love the idea but you just aren’t sure where to begin. A simple homeschool schedule can guide your day and help parents and kids focus on… [Continue Reading]
The 4 Hour School Day
Today we’re going to be talking with Durenda Wilson about The 4-Hour School Day. If you are in the homeschool trenches, you are going to be blessed by this episode! The 4 Hour School Day 18 (short!) years. That’s’ all I had. And with some of my adopted kids joining our family late in life,… [Continue Reading]
When Families Learn Together
When Families Learn Together they grow together. And there’s something magical about the moment your child understands something about God and His creation on a deeper level. That’s why I’m excited to help you grow your family’s faith and knowledge with the help of Brock Eastman, AKA Dr. Fizzelbop. Make sure you read through to… [Continue Reading]
God’s Unique Plan for YOUR family!
God’s Unique Plan for YOUR Family! Are you willing to invest your life in the next generation? If you have kids or grandkids I know the answer is most likely, “Yes!” It’s easy to say that we want to invest in our families, but often we don’t know where to start. Desperate, we look for… [Continue Reading]
Finding Purpose Through Calendar White Space
Finding Purpose Through Calendar White Space can change your life–and that of your family. Years ago, I sat down with my husband John and, with his help, cleared away the calendar clutter that was robbing me of peace and purpose. Today, we live very busy–yet structured–purpose-filled lives that give our family the time and space… [Continue Reading]
Writer’s Desk: Mark Wainwright
Writer’s Desk: Mark Wainwright Do you have young readers in your house? I’m so excited to feature Mark Wainwright on this week’s writer’s desk. Mark Wainwright loves adventure. He’s ridden elephants in Thailand, hang glided in the Swiss Alps, and even been stranded in Morocco. But Mark also loves finding adventure through the pages of… [Continue Reading]
Mom, Your Life Matters. You Matter.
“Mom, your life matters, you matter,” I told them. The words were barely out of my mouth when I heard the sniffles and saw women quickly wiping away the tears that managed to escape. My words hit a tender part of their hearts—and maybe yours, too. Today I share what God says about Mothering and… [Continue Reading]