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Letting Boys Be Boys

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By Amanda Pelser

Sometimes, you just have to let boys be boys…. Let them be fearless. {My only rule was don’t jump toward your brother or the linoleum in the entryway.} Let them try for themselves… Even if it means sitting on the kitchen table in their undies to pour their OJ. {Not one drop of OJ was…

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Astronomy ~ Don’t Stare at the Sun

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By Amanda Pelser

Did you know that you’re not supposed to stare at the sun?  Do you know why? As part of our lesson on the sun in Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Astronomy, Jonathan was supposed to give a presentation on why you’re not supposed to stare at the sun.  We decided to to one of his favorite…

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Filed Under: Homeschooling, Science Tagged With: Apologia, Astronomy, sun

Kids in the Word Wednesday ~ November 16

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By Amanda Pelser

Is God a Person? The answer is yes. When we came upon this question in Who is God? last week, I thought Jonathan would struggle with it.  He didn’t really seem to. {Wish I had that faith.}  Understanding that what makes someone a person is not their body helped clarify his understanding. So, what makes…

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Filed Under: Faith, Homeschooling, Kids in the Word Tagged With: Bible, Kids in the Word, scripture, worldview

Grace for the Good Girl ~ Chapter 2 and 3

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By Amanda Pelser

Last week I wrote about the introduction and chapter 1 of Grace for the Good Girl. This week, we’re in chapters 2 and 3.  Here are some quotes from the readings: {I’m reading on the Kindle iPad app so no page numbers.} I perform so you will think I’m okay. I perform because I don’t…

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Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: books, Discussion, Grace for the Good Girl

Educating the Wholehearted Child ~ Chapter 16

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By Amanda Pelser

Lauren who writes at ServingfromHome.com is summarizing and sharing on Chapter 16.  I love reading Lauren’s blog.  She always has amazing and encouraging insights into scripture, life, homemaking, and homeschooling.  Her thoughts on this chapter of Educating the WholeHearted Child are no different! In the words of Sally and Clay: “This chapter is about one…

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Filed Under: Homeschooling Tagged With: books, Discussion, Educating the Wholehearted Child

1 John ~ God is Greater

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By Amanda Pelser

Do you ever feel alone?  Lost?  Overcome? If you’re a Christ-follower, then that’s never true.  God is with you.  He has found you.  And you’re an overcomer.  Listen to this song from Christ Tomlin: Can’t see the video in your email or RSS reader? Remember: You are from God, little children, and have overcome them;…

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Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: 1 John, Bible, GoodMorningGirls.org, scripture

Weekend Sale on Two Favorite Resources

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By Amanda Pelser

Two of my favorite resources are on sale this weekend! Tell Your Time is on sale through Monday morning, November 14. Use the code FREEDOM to get it for just 99 cents! 31 Days to Build a Better Spouse is on sale through 11:59pm Eastern on Monday, November 14. Use the code THANKS to get $2 off!…

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3 in 30 Check-in ~ November 11

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By Amanda Pelser

Time for a 3 in 30 check-in.  Week 2 of November.  Details of my goals are back in this post. Reclaim my mornings – The time change made things really weird around here for a few days.  Little boys up way to early and a mommy not wanting to get out from under the warm blankets….

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Seasons of a Mother’s Heart ~ Chapter 11

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By Amanda Pelser

  I’m linking up with Home with the Boys and reading Seasons of a Mother’s Heart by Sally Clarkson.   If you’d like to join in, here is the original post from Erin with the details and reading schedule. Some great quotes from chapter 11: I need to look for God’s light when the darkness comes.  pg….

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Filed Under: Homeschooling Tagged With: books, depression, discussion group, Seasons of a Mother's Heart

Book Review: Up, Down, or Sideways By Mark Sanborn

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By Amanda Pelser

Several years ago, I was introduced to Mark Sanborn’s books at a conference for work.  I devoured You Don’t Need a Title to Be a Leader. I loved it so much that I used it for the devotional portion of our ladies retreat for work that year.  Mark’s blog has been a staple in my Google…

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