Budget. It’s right up there with the word diet. Just the mention of the words makes us feel restricted and somehow less free. This is, of course, an illusion. Everyone has a diet whether it be fast food and candy bars or vegetarian. Everyone also has a budget. We spend what …
Fourteen years. That’s how long it’s been since we ignored the unsolicited advice of many and hearkened to the counsel of the precious few that loved us best. When the Author of Love itself inscribed it into our hearts in indelible ink alongside, “I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens …
If you are an at-home mom, employed or not, you have likely found routines and systems that work for you. Maybe they are still in process, but you probably have a basic cleaning routine in place and a more or less regular schedule of meals. Since you are reading this, I …
You know her. We all have at least one. One or more women in your acquaintance are known as “coupon queens”. If you ask them (and sometimes if you don’t!), they will extol the virtues of shopping from one’s cupboards which contain items purchased for pennies or obtained for free. …
It always makes me smile when my friends start complaining about their kids getting out of school. They wonder how they are going to get things done with the kids home all day. My perspective is just the opposite. Since we shelved the school books and completed the last worksheet …
Melinda Borda is married and the mother of a baby girl whom she plans to homeschool. For now, she is a part-time student herself and tutors students in composition and English from her home. Melinda blogs with her twin sister at www.wholesomewomanhood.com to encourage women in biblical womanhood. I’ve given a basic introduction, …
Shannon Stoltz is married, and homeschools their four children ages 9 – 15. She has worked at home for 13 years and shares her experiences on her blog and podcast Living Life at Home. Here is the conversation we had over e-mail in the “fringe” hours of our days: I’ve given a …
I’ve told you before that I’m not a big fan of balance but prefer rhythm instead. That sounds nice, but how does it look practically speaking? Here are few tips for making a daily rhythm that creates a better flow for your day: 1. Determine your “chords”. Referring to the …
If your family is like mine, you might be getting ready to get out of the house and do some outdoors learning after being shut up for the winter. Unfortunately, in the Northeastern US, we still have plenty of cold, rainy weather. That doesn’t mean we can’t get some fresh …
Here are some things I wanted to share with you from my journey around the web this week to simplify and enrich your life: Home Management These are some ideas I just have to try soon in my house! My New {Kid-Friendly} Organized Coat Closet @ The Complete Guide to …
