“The child is only truly educated who can use his hands as truly as his head, for to neglect one part of our being injures…
Looking Ahead to American History
It’s just now June. I know. But I’m already looking ahead.
Catch and Release
One of my husband’s favorite childhood memories involves setting a simple trap in his suburban backyard. He and his father worked to create the trap,…
Thoughts, Truths
“The world is a mess.” Yes. “We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one.”…
Summer Projects
The warm weather finally arrived in more than day-long jaunts, meaning that summer feels as if it’s come fully.
It’s Not About You, Momma
I don’t write much about my adult children because, well… they’re adults. They deserve a certain modicum of privacy and space. That transition is tough to…
A Quick Start Guide to Public Worship With Kids
As churches slowly begin holding live services again following COVID-19 closures, one thing is clear: Most won’t be hosting any form of children’s church or…
Birthday Butterflies
For his fifth birthday, Jude asked for butterflies. Since I’ve never heard of a sweeter birthday wish than butterflies, and my boy is captivated by all…
Maybe You Should Homeschool This Fall {and not because of COVID fears!}
The new, broad-based CDC guidelines for schools this fall have been released, and with them, a flood of concerns from parents. A common refrain has…
Fighting Weariness
It’s rained every day for the past three days— hard at times. While rain is good for growing crops, deluges are not. I’ve been listening…