It is astonishing that the moral judgement in our institutions is so eroded that there is doubt over what to do here: … read more

We are so fortunate to have so much immediately available to us in our homeschool day.  The internet is full of wonderful websites and opportunities for our children to learn and practice their skills.  But it can be so intimidating to try and fin... read more

I saw this Robert Cormier quote over at Kim’s Write Shop blog and knew that I had to share it with the middle schoolers who come to our peer editing session. What a great reminder that our writing is flexible. It can and should change as we revise... read more

Written by money contributor Charlie Park of Pear Budget. Often, introductions to budgeting make it sound soooo simple: “What do you make each month? Divide it up. Boom! Done!” There are a number of flaws with that — you probably don’t know ... read more

I make hundreds of little decisions a day, and many times I get them wrong. These are the things I don’t want exposed – things I prefer never to admit. But I must be open about how I have failed, because only then can God forgive me, cleanse me an... read more

The other week my Brother In Law (BIL) came home right on dusk grinning like a kid at the show grounds with a pocket full of money. Instead of money, he had a plastic bag which he proudly showed me. … Continue reading → read more

Kerugma - marriage, motherhood & mess KerugmaI am a 40 [cough cough] year young mother who delights in being a wife and mother. I am a slave of God, the Creator of the world. I have been married to my beloved for over 20 years and together we have... read more

Announcing the arrival of Audrey Lynn Harris — December 19, 2011. 7 lb, 11 oz and 20 inches long. Mother, baby, and daddy are doing well. “Behold, children are a gift of the Lord.” — Psalm 127:3 read more

Fall means perfect soup weather. This is my FAVORITE soup ever! I discovered it while doing a 21 day Daniel fast. So healthy and delicious. Make your own or try the V8 version below. Ingredients 1 butternut squash (sold already diced and bagged in... read more

Nancy asked for my permission to print an article I wrote some time ago to put into this book. I ordered the book, but I am not sure if my article made it or not after all in the final cut. Can't wait to see! - Emma-Sara ---------------------... read more

It's blog moving time. I know it's been awhile and I've hemmed and hawed and prayed over what to do with this blog. Due to circumstances beyond my control, we're in need of a change. This blog will go bye-bye after this post hits the feed readers.... read more

My lensography has been updated to reflect each and every one of my 100 lenses! It took me about two years with Squidoo to finally reach this accomplishment. And I am hopeful of reaching Giant 100 status this summer! read more