A post from Valerie Elliott Shepherd on a way to encourage children to try different foods caught my attention. It’s also a way to develop courage and a sense of adventure in children.
Continue reading →12 of the 10,000 Things Parents Need to Remember Good parenting is hard! That’s all there is to it. It is the most complex, most difficult and most important job in the world. And we are supposed to do it … Continue reading →
The weather is beautiful. Everyone wants to be outside but there is still so much learning to do! Whether we are long-time homeschoolers or we have been drafted into the position by the COVID-19 quarantine there is still reading, writing, … Continue reading →
The past few weeks have given the world a new way to look at everyday happenings. Before the dreaded “Covid 19”, people were consumed with the hustle and bustle of their own “to do” lists, places to be, appointments, chores … Continue reading →
Whenever I hear of an upcoming celebration, I feel the joy rising up within me. I love celebrations. Whether informal or formal, I’m always glad to have a reason to celebrate. The word “celebrate” literally means “to assemble to … Continue reading →
DEVELOPING ROOTS Developing roots is essential to the growth of a tree—to any plant. Last summer I took a few cuttings from a fig tree in my daughter’s yard. Following Google’s advice, I made mini hothouses from 2-liter bottles and … Continue reading →