For the past five months, we've made due with our little folding table in the school room. It was fine for actually getting work done on, but there was very little room to spread out and the kids' supply caddies always threatened to crash onto the floor because they kept sliding too close to the ends. The three of us inevitably got a little cranky ... Read More...
Lessons From An Atheist Parent On School Influence
Recently I read a post by an Atheist mom who is from my home state of New Jersey. In her article, she mentions concerns over her son being taught "God Bless America" and the Pledge of Allegiance in school. Underneath these concerns lies her fear that he is going to learn that there is only One True God when she wants him to be open to all ... Read More...
New Book Release!
I am excited to announce that my new book, Bucking The System: Reclaiming Our Children's Minds For Christ, was released last week! It has already sold several copies. In many ways, I feel like I have just given birth. This is the fruit of a lot of labor, and I am grateful to finally share it with you, my loyal blog readers! ... Read More...
Why Your Favorite Phase of Motherhood Should Be Now
I've had several moms with older kids tell me recently how much they miss the phase of motherhood that I currently find myself in. They have told me to appreciate this time with my seven and four-year-old, because, before I know it- they will be those creatures called teenagers. I'll be honest here and say that I smile politely while thinking to ... Read More...
Parented By The Father to the Fatherless
A few weeks ago, our daughter came into our room during the middle of the night saying she was afraid of the thunderstorm going on. My husband volunteered to stay with her so she wouldn't be scared, and she ended up falling back asleep almost right away. With the scary storm still raging, she was no longer afraid because her daddy was right there ... Read More...