I am usually a hotel girl. I grew up camping all over California, though, and my parents still camp regularly. So when we planned a trip …
ten patriotic things to do as a family
Yesterday, Boy 3 asked why we celebrate 4th of July. None of the other children could quite explain it.Clearly, we have failed them as good American …
ten thoughts on schooling your children
Schooling is not an easy topic of conversation. It's right up there with politics and religion. When people find out we send our kids to a …
ten ways to raise a reader
The pool and the library are my favorite places to be in the summer. It is tempting to lazily avoid activity and learning when long summer days …
ten reasons to celebrate father’s day
Mr. Fantastic kept the kiddos last week while I went out of town. The man lived up to his nickname. He took them to the pool, took them out for …
Ten Great Non-Fiction Reads
Books can be dangerous. The best ones should be labeled "This could change your life." ~Helen ExleyOur house is a book ranch. We have …
a house of revenue: ten blessings of hosting a home group
Our church has grown a lot in the last year or so. Thanks to God's greatness and a lot of hard work done by the staff and the members, we have …
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ten realities about being a pastor’s wife
When I was growing up, I recall looking at the pastor's family on Sunday morning with a bit of envy. They seemed so happy, and I just knew it was …
Ten Things I Want My Kids To Know
Dear Jude, Jack, Jase and Finley, Below I have listed ten things I wish I could tell you. Please use this information for good, not evil. …
top ten favorite picture books
In college I took a children's literature class. When we talked end papers, illustrators, and poetry, I fell in love with children's picture …
if I’ve said it once….
This is the first post under the category of Tuesday Top Ten. Listed below are the ten things I say the most- all day, every day- as a mom. I have …