Driving in the country can be interesting. Gravel roads require the driver to keep the vehicle as close to center as possible. A bit too far to the left or the right and you’ll find yourself in the...

What happens in your brain when you get a new resource? Do you wonder how it’s supposed to be used, or do you start thinking of creative uses that will help you make it your own? I’ll be honest, my natural...

Habits we learn when we are young often stick with us for life. There are many areas where we as parents consciously consider this when our children are young. We teach them to brush their teeth and make their...

You’ve just settled down into a good rhythm for the day, and the inevitable happens: the phone rings, the baby cries, or someone knocks on the door. Interruptions! They may be a natural part of life...

When we started homeschooling, we were living in a tiny house. I mean, really tiny. Keeping an organized schoolroom was a challenge since the only place I had for “doing school” was our kitchen table...

“I’ll get a fresh start on Monday. Yes, Monday is a good day to start things anew. It is the best time to start a new diet or a new routine for exercise, better eating or early morning devotions....

As children head into the middle school years, many families have to deal with a new factor: testing. Discussion about testing usually circulates widely...

If you browse social media discussions, you’ll many reactions when self care ideas are shared. Some responses are very positive and others very, very negative. Some see self care as synonymous with...