As a young child I was bullied nearly everywhere I went, even as a young tween in youth group I was the one people snickered at even when I said nothing at all. For a long time I thought I would be hated my entire life and I had no idea why. It would take me years to realize the… Continue reading Please Stop Blaming My Child’s Personality On Homeschooling
Over the years I have noticed our culture thinks seeking approval from others is nothing but a terrible thing. This mentality has always left me completely perplexed. Don’t get me wrong, seeking approval for the wrong reasons is never a good thing especially if you are dealing with an emotionally unhealthy person. I’m talking about relationships with… Continue reading The Lost Art Of Accountability: When Seeking Approval Is Praiseworthy
I have found myself again at a place of Overwhelm. A point where I cannot do it all. When my best isn’t good enough. My strength has faded. My cup is not overflowing. This is not going to be 5 ways to Overcome Overwhelm or 10 steps to find Happiness in the Overwhelm. Because sometimes there is no… Continue reading The Beautifully Overwhelmed & Humble Mama
Each week I Homeschool my littles and by Friday afternoon I am sitting quietly in our living room, laundry folded, house clean, candle lit and enjoying some time to myself. Sound crazy? Well this is a beautiful picture of what it looks like when you follow a cleaning routine that works for you not against you. What… Continue reading Once A Week Cleaning: Working For You Not Against You
To be identified as a “fun” mom would probably send me into a rarely occurring giggle fit, if my kids have ever seen me have one. Yes, it’s that bad. “Fun” is absolutely not my middle name, but insert “Serious” and my kids will know exactly which parent you’re talking about. My Husband is… Continue reading Becoming A Fun Mom, When Fun Isn’t Your Middle Name
It is a classic move for women to undervalue themselves in their work no matter what they do. Last year I began unraveling many lies I had begun to believe about my value and worth as a wife and mother in my own little family. Instead of questioning why I didn’t shop at thrift… Continue reading Homeschool Moms Are Working Moms: Let’s Own It
Becoming a Mom was never an easy task for me. I was put under the fire the day my first daughter was born. Dreaming Daughter made her entrance to the world to a Mother recovering from preeclampsia, attempted natural birth of a breach baby and the dreaded C-section. My only recollection after giving birth is shivering in the recovery room after the… Continue reading Mother’s Day: Dare To Delight In Your Kids
Last Summer I had dreaded the school year with anxiety for the first time since I had begun Homeschooling. Not because I doubted my abilities but because I had a Toddler and an Elementary age child to teach at the same time along with a Preschooler and Kindergartener. Toddlers are intimidating creatures and I was nervous about… Continue reading My Toddler Ate The Busy Bag: Surviving Homeschool With Toddlers
Often I hear people say they could never Homeschool their kids. The reasons why vary, everything from not having enough patience, to feeling unqualified, to not wanting to be around their kids all day. To a first time homeschool Mom the comments may cause doubt in your own mind whether you have enough patience, qualification… Continue reading I’m A Fearless Mama Bear: Why I Homeschool
Sometimes I think I’m a pretty awesome mom. I’ve got this. I know the answers. We have so many kids now I think I finally have this thing down and know what I’m up against. I know I’m not perfect and try not to criticize other parents, I just think I finally have a decent amount of it figured… Continue reading Jesus Take The Wheel, Kids, Husband, House, All
