Posts by Betsy
What Surprised Me About Using AI in Our Homeschool (And How It’s Helping Me Tell Better Stories)
I never expected to be a homeschooling mom talking about artificial intelligence. I mean, I started homeschooling back when we still printed out directions from MapQuest. We’ve made lapbooks, copied spelling lists by hand, and read Little House on the Prairie out loud so many times the pages are worn thin. So if you’d told…
Read MoreBe Gentle With Yourself: The Healing Power of Story
Healing doesn’t happen all at once. It comes slowly, sometimes quietly, like morning light creeping across the floor. And if there’s one thing I’m still learning, it’s this: You have to be tender with yourself on the journey. Whether you’re grieving someone you love, carrying the ache of a broken relationship, or trying to untangle…
Read MoreTwenty Years In: What Homeschooling Has Taught My Heart
After twenty years of homeschooling, I still don’t feel like an expert—but I do feel rich in experience. Not the kind you measure in test scores or perfect lesson plans, but the kind gathered slowly, like pearls hidden in the everyday. This road has been both beautiful and messy, full of missteps and unexpected grace.…
Read MoreThe Book Nook: A Rooted Minds Learning Community Treasure Trove
Welcome to The Book Nook Step into a world where stories come alive and readers connect! We’re thrilled to announce the expansion of our Rooted Minds Learning Community with The Book Nook – a vibrant space where literature lovers can gather, discuss, and dive deep into transformative books. What Makes The Book Nook Special? The…
Read MoreThe Divine Design of a Christian Homeschool Mother: God’s Perfect Plan
Have you ever thought about the concept that God designed moms specifically to raise their kids? It’s a profound truth that often gets overlooked in our modern discussions about education and parenting. The unique combination of nurturing instinct, intuitive understanding, and deep love that mothers possess creates the perfect environment for learning and growth. As…
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