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COVID19 Quarantine: Staying Sane with Around-the-Clock Kids – Part 1
The coronavirus, COVID19 quarantine and restrictions may have you less worried about germs, but perhaps now you’re concerned about how you’ll stay sane with around-the-clock kids. About twenty years ago, I wondered the same thing—obviously not about the Coronavirus, but when I first considered homeschooling, I wondered if I’d be able to keep my sanity if I hung out with my kids twelve to sixteen hours a day. Don’t get me wrong, I loved my kids, just as you do, I’m sure. It was simply the idea of being with them all day, every day that had me nervous. If you’re a little anxious, I’m here to encourage you...
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Book Review: God’s Best During Your Worst
If you, or someone you love, have received heart-wrenching news, then you’ll want to dive into this book review of "God’s Best During Your Worst: Living Under His Umbrella" written by Robin Luftig. In 2011, after having a seizure, Robin struggled to make sense of her doctor’s diagnosis. A fist-sized tumor gripped her brain and skull. She was given ten days to get her affairs in order before undergoing brain surgery. Ten days. Ten days to process her fears, uncertainties, and purpose. Before her first symptom ever appeared, Robin sensed God whispering to her heart, “Do you trust Me?” We discover the answer as Robin takes readers with her on…
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Do We Handle Problems with Panic or Peace?
Death, disease, natural disasters--when things happen that are out of our control, do we handle the problems with panic or peace? Sometimes when we don’t fully understand something, our confusion can stir up a commotion. Left unchecked, there’s the potential for panic.
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Homeschool Science Curriculum for “Non-Science” Students
Are you wondering if there’s a substantial homeschool science curriculum for “non-science” students? One of the delights of homeschooling is the freedom to research and select curriculum best-suited for each learner. Therefore, I’m delighted to have a twenty-year veteran homeschool dad, Greg Landry, guest posting today. He's a former college professor with a master of science degree from Louisiana State University.
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2 Generals & 4 Presidents Transformed 1 Purple Heart
Do you know how 2 generals and 4 presidents transformed 1 Purple Heart? The oldest award for valor, which almost disappeared from existence, has now been awarded to almost two million people. All Purple Hearts, while presented by various military officials, are bestowed on behalf of the president of the United States. The award has changed over the years. There have been several National Defense Authorization Acts that have affected the Purple Heart as well as the Purple Heart Family Equity Act. However, this post emphasizes specifically how two generals and four presidents have transformed the Purple Heart. The first general didn't actually transform it. He created it...
