Category Archives: Sarita’s Word

As I continue to muse on The Book Whisperer, I'm struck afresh by the author's strong declaration that children need book reading models. Donalyn Miller is convinced that part of the reason her students grow to love reading is that … Continue reading →

In his last sermon of 2010, our pastor presented us with four questions based on 2 Timothy 4:6-18. To help us prepare for the new year, he gave us time to write thoughts on each before moving to the next. … Continue reading →

Have you heard the good news? Thanks to your participation and Sonlight's matching gift, we raised enough money to send 287,827 Indian children to Bible Club! My heart has been warmed to hear about so many families following along with … Continue reading →

I want to be known as a thankful person. I love that old song "Count Your Many Blessings" because it reminds me that life doesn't have to be perfect in order for me to feel blessed. So I'd like to … Continue reading →

What would my family have missed had we not homeschooled? I'll never fully know the answer to that question. But after our recent annual "Family Fun Week," I am as grateful as ever that we did have that time at … Continue reading →

When Pastor John DeVries preached, I listened. As a child, my family always went to his church on vacation. I loved his inspiring stories and passion for God's Word, but then I grew up and kind of forgot about him. … Continue reading →

One thing I've been struck with lately is how close I came to not homeschooling, and how much I would have missed had I not homeschooled. As Autumn arrives, I think we need to remind ourselves what a privilege it … Continue reading →