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Apr. 4, 2016

A Heart for the World: A Gift that Lasts a Lifetime

By Laura Lee Ellis

I grew up in a community so tiny we didn’t even have a post office. We had to drive an hour to the nearest mall. And yet, the world came to my kitchen table while my family homeschooled together. What … Continue reading →

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Feb. 22, 2016

A Voice They Can Trust: A Gift to Your Children

By Laura Lee Ellis

As a homeschool grad, people ask me all the time if I'm glad I was homeschooled. Though I've given a wide variety of reasons I'm thankful I was, I have a new favorite answer after reading Kate's powerful post.  I … Continue reading →

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Jan. 20, 2016

The Gift of Play

By Laura Lee Ellis

It's just another day of school. You know, math, reading, slaying dragons, building forts and climbing trees. Sound like your typical classroom? Today I want to give us all permission to let loose a little and PLAY. (I thought about … Continue reading →

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Dec. 31, 2015

Where do the world's needs intersect with your skills and passion?

By Sarita

Twenty-five years ago, it all came together. I learned about a serious need in the world. I saw that I had the skills to help meet that need. And, I noticed God building a passion in me about all of … Continue reading →

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Dec. 16, 2015

Give Them Godly Heroes

By Laura Lee Ellis

Amy Carmichael folded her chubby three-year-old hands and pleaded with God for blue eyes. When she woke the next morning and checked the mirror to find them still brown, she ran to her mother in distress to ask why God … Continue reading →

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Nov. 18, 2015

Your Presence: A Gift to Your Children that Lasts a Lifetime

By Laura Lee Ellis

I think a lot about what I want to do for my kids to help them succeed in life. Just recently I was combatting the “I’m not doing enough” feeling and a simple Pinterest browse sent me reeling. As I … Continue reading →

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Nov. 13, 2015

You should write a book ...

By Judy

I've wrestled this week with what to write. Nothing profound or inspiring has come to mind, partly due, I'm sure, to being somewhat overwhelmed with life at the moment. As I was reading during my quiet time this morning, it … Continue reading →

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