Contrary to how it sounds, this is NOT written to keep you FROM homeschooling. It is, however, reasons that kept ME from homeschooling for years. I’ll explain the 10 Reasons I put OFF homeschooling and what I learned when I actually took the leap! Important Disclaimers:* I have been homeschooling for three years, so I...
I don’t know if I’ve ever felt more JOY than Saturday, May 11, 2024! Wanna’ know why?!? Well, 3 John 1:4 explains it perfectly: “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.” Ruthie was saved at the end of November, but wanted to wait to be baptized in a...
If you know me at all, you already KNOW how much I LOVE the Smiths! I want to be a part of anything they are doing, but ESPECIALLY when it involves an amazing Christian production, staying in the “coolest small town in America” and Amish country! Oh, and don’t forget great food and even better...
Someone recently asked me, “What’s your favorite thing to photograph?” I don’t have a ‘favorite’, but if I did: It might just be a little girl…Who never wears shoes…Who loves to explore…and who usually has a stick in her hand and a rock in her front pocket! More photos of our fun at Historic Banning...
Over the years, all the benefits of camping were usually over-ruled by the sheer inconvenience of packing. Yes, we WANT to un-plug, enjoy nature and create memories together, but we rarely make it a priority because of the dreaded thought of having to pack sheets, pillows, chairs, portable chargers, water, tons of blankets and coffee...
If you’re like me, CREATING FAMILY MEMORIES is one of the most important parts of life! I love any time with my family, but especially moments that include beautiful nature, lots of laughter, plenty of thrills, hospitality and great food! I recently discovered a hidden gem that includes ALL of these things in ONE place-...
I don’t know if there’s anything much more relaxing than watching a child build, drag, create, pretend and play outside!
