Posts by Betsy
How to Set Up a Creative Study Space Your Kids Will Love
When it comes to learning, the environment matters more than we often realize. A cluttered desk and harsh lighting can make study feel like a chore. But when you shape a space that sparks joy and curiosity, it becomes easier for kids (and parents!) to lean into the process of learning. Artists know this well—atmosphere…
Read MoreLearning Like an Artist: What We Can Learn from the Creative Process
When we think of “study,” many of us imagine a checklist of assignments to get through or facts to memorize. But what if study could feel more like art? What if the way artists engage the world—through wonder, persistence, and imagination—could actually reshape the way we learn? My daughter Alyssa has long been captivated by…
Read MoreIs This Real or AI? Living in a Post-Truth World
One of the first questions people ask these days when they see something online is, “Is this real—or is it AI?” That question captures so much of what it feels like to live in 2025. We’re surrounded by information, images, and voices, but we don’t always know what (or who) to trust. Between deepfakes, misinformation, and…
Read MoreHospitality Through Story: Teaching Kids to Love Their Neighbors
When Jesus told the story of the Good Samaritan, His listeners were shocked. The hero of the story wasn’t the religious leader or the respected citizen—it was the person they least expected. A neighbor who crossed cultural, religious, and social boundaries to show mercy. That’s the heart of hospitality: creating space for someone else, even…
Read MoreOctober Short Story Contest Theme Reveal: Light in the Darkness
Stories hold power because they capture turning points—the moments when shadows don’t get the last word, when hope flickers alive, and when light breaks into the darkest places. That’s why we’re so excited to announce the theme of this year’s Rooted Minds Short Story Contest: 🌟 Light in the Darkness 🌟 ✨ Theme Verse: John 1:5 — “The light shines…
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