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Jun. 28, 2017
See From Your Child's Perspective to Flip Frustrations
One of my goals as a homeschool mom was to raise adults who were not narcissists. I wanted my children to see life from another person’s perspective, to be able to walk a mile in another’s shoes. That’s a big … Continue reading
Tagged empathy, family, frustration, parenting, perspective
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Apr. 24, 2017
Getting Angry as a Homeschool Mom: Strategies to Help
"I wish I didn't yell at my kids." "I try so hard to be patient, but I lose my cool at least once a day. Then I feel terrible." "I make my son cry during Math!" "I'm setting a bad … Continue reading
Tagged anger, anger management, attitude, emotions, example, forgiveness, grace, parenting, set an example
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Apr. 17, 2017
How NOT to Teach the Difference Between Fact and Opinion
How do you teach your children the difference between fact and opinion? It seems most schools do so in a disturbing way. It looks innocent enough, but the results are a bit scary. Read this description from the Common Core: … Continue reading
Mar. 24, 2017
Give Kids Tools, Not Toys
My dad had a lot of great advice and wisdom. One of the many things I learned from him was the art of giving gifts to children. I remember it clearly. At that time I had three little boys, and … Continue reading
Tagged books, education, gifts, parenting, preschoolers, priorities, tools, toys
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Feb. 10, 2017
Two Beautiful Images that Portray the Homeschool Lifestyle
As I continue to reflect on my own upbringing, I offer the following two analogies of godly parenting and homeschooling. I trust they are an encouragement to you as you raise your children and help you answer questions others may … Continue reading
Tagged homeschool, images, parenting
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Feb. 3, 2017
Raising Brave Girls (Not Perfect Girls)
I wonder if many children lose their bravery around middle school. With such intense pressure to fit in, the allure of conformity outweighs courage. Then it’s hard to gain it back. I’m sure this happens to both girls and boys. … Continue reading
Tagged bravery, girls, parenting, reading
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Oct. 13, 2016
Sonlighters Talk with Their Children
One thing I notice when I'm around my Sonlighting friends is how much they talk with their children. When, for example, the 10-year-old comes up to ask a question, my friend pauses the conversation and she and her son interact. Her son matters. He … Continue reading
Tagged conversations, Encouragement, parenting, Sonlighters
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