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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“Everyone has to decide for themselves where do I draw the line.” -Dr. Erwin Lutzer “You have to be prepared to stand alone.” -Dr. Erwin Lutzer
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We recently read this excellent book with our 6-year-old daughter, The Emperor’s New Clothes, by Ned Bustard. It was filled with suspense, drama, and morale. She enjoyed it; we enjoyed it! She read it several times, unpacking more of the story every time. The story goes something like this. There was an emperor who loved
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We don’t have to look far to know something is wrong in our society. Historically, many governments have failed us; therefore, now more than ever, we must be independent thinkers. The future of our society is based on the children of today. How are we raising them? Modern-day culture has outsourced children’s education to that
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I stepped outside this morning to turn off our Christmas lights. Given the time change, it was still dark, but I saw the school bus scooting off after picking up the neighborhood kiddos. It must have been about 6:30 a.m., a bit chilly with that yummy crisp air. I returned to my house, and our
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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
“If there is no God, everything is permitted.” – Fyodor Dostoevsky
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Homemaking is a full-time job and one of the most rewarding jobs. Daniel Wise articulated the popular sentiment when he proclaimed, “Home is woman’s world, as well as her empire.” Twenty-four percent of women entered the workforce between 1940 and 1945. The gap in the labor force created by departing soldiers meant opportunities for women.
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Spring is around the corner, and there’s never been a better time to start “spring cleaning.” A tidy and clutter-free home, or better labeled a curated home, creates an excellent foundation for everything else to run smoothly. Approaching clutter room by room, starting with the small spaces first, can have a great impact. Think of
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