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Jan. 19, 2015
Socialization Ill: Conformity Over Compassion
Over winter break, one of "my" college kids was feeling lonely. Her parents' house was empty; she was away from the constant thumping whir of dorm life; not currently in contact with others who keep a vampire's schedule, she turned … Continue reading
Tagged biographies, school, socialization ill
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Jan. 16, 2015
The Shock That We're Normal
A mom, years after starting homeschooling, was asked by her mother, "But ... what about socialization?" This veteran homeschooler looked at her mom in disbelief. Then, exasperated, she asked, "Have you met your grandchildren?" <smile> I love that. Too often, … Continue reading
Jan. 12, 2015
Join us for a Blog Party!
Sonlight is celebrating 25 years this year and we will be partying all year long! As part of the celebration, we'll be hosting a Blog Party on the 25th of each month, and we would love to have you join … Continue reading
Tagged blog, celebrations, Encouragement, Homeschooling, Inspire25, January, Mom-to-mom, parenting, Sonlight
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Jan. 9, 2015
Does Homeschooling Prepare You Academically?
In a word: Yes. Homeschooling prepares you academically. Absolutely. I had a chance recently to sit down and chat with my siblings about our experiences with homeschooling. Mortarboard My older sister attended a private Christian school -- at great expense … Continue reading
Tagged academics, education, homeschool, learning, life-long learning, school
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Dec. 29, 2014
Governing Souls
I haven't read the book, but the following quote stirred me: It is a terrible sin – really nothing less than murder – when someone entrusted with a pastoral service thinks he has the right to govern souls. As parents, … Continue reading
Tagged children, disciplines, missions, teaching
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Dec. 24, 2014
How Christmas Addresses Our Hurts
Several years ago I shared some musings on how the Christmas story is one of turmoil and pain. I've been thinking about that more during morning prayer here at Sonlight. The prayer requests are typical of our fallen world -- … Continue reading
Tagged challenges, Christmas, holidays
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Dec. 18, 2014
My student doesn't want to do anything
You bought all of this great curriculum ... the books hold great stories, the workbooks are colorful and appealing, and it's all organized for you ... but your 6 year old just sits at the table and stares out the … Continue reading
Tagged Encouragement, motivation, success
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