It all started when I realized I was knee-deep in the glamorized fitness industry. How did I get here? For ten years, I was weight training and truly loved the process of changing my body composition, meal by meal, workout by workout. I was a student of the game; you could find me at church […]
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Year One of Homeschooling: 6 Lessons Learned In the Spring of 2022, we decided to begin our first homeschooling year. We had always wanted to homeschool, but our careers kept us tied to a lifestyle that was no longer fulfilling. Be that as it may, when God wants to move you, He will continue to
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The first question most people ask when they begin their homeschool journey is, “What curriculum should I choose?” I asked myself the same question. After spending much time unpacking what homeschooling means to us, I have concluded that the educational philosophy truly matters. Behind all curriculums is a philosophy in education. Knowing what philosophy is
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“As soon as the soul spots the truth, it recognizes it as her first and oldest friend. The consequence of truth is great. Therefore, the judgment of it must not be negligent.” -Benjamin Whichcote.
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The garage has become the “catch-all” space in the home, where all sorts of piles end up. It has become a weatherproof attached storage space. I get it; we need storage. Even if we are not keepers of everything, we may need practical storage. There is no one size for organizing; every household has different
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Technology is advancing rapidly, and we are now presented with more options at a rapid pace. The more options we encounter, the more complex our choice-making can become. There are fascinating case studies on the psychology and paradox of choice and how our satisfaction levels are diluted when presented with more options. There are some
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Narration comes naturally to us; what is the first thing we do when we come home? We share what happened in our day. Education is no more than an applied philosophy. One of the hallmarks of a Charlotte Mason education is the art of Narration. This prepares the child to think independently and determine the
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What does it mean to live frugally? Like most, I once thought living frugally meant depriving yourself of things. This could not be further from the truth. Living frugally means controlling your finances by forming good daily habits; it is simply about living well while spending less. It is also a tool to reach financial
2016, I traveled abroad, and I vividly remember overpacking and wheeling oversized bags through unpaved streets, thinking there had to be an easier way. A few decades later, married with a family, I quickly adapted to the new call of life. Things need to be simplified to run smoothly. Applying some minimalist principles is just
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Unless I am convicted by scripture and plain reason, I do not accept the authority of the popes and councils, for they have contradicted each other. My conscience is captive to the word of God. I cannot, and I will not recant anything, for to go against conscience is neither right nor safe. Here I
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