Posts by Betsy
Top 10 Games for Family Game Night
We are a game loving family. We’re always looking for new games to play and then returning to our old favorites. Here’s a list of our most recent top 10 that will stay on our shelves for a long time and make family game night a favorite for all. 1. Chess This is my son’s…
Read MoreNichole Nordeman -The Unmaking Review
Music has the unique ability to touch a heart in ways that words can’t. Nichole Nordeman’s music has provided healing for my heart over the years, so when I saw that she had a new album The Unmaking out, I couldn’t wait to get my hands (or ears) on it. I was given the CD to…
Read MoreIf I Only Read Historical Fiction, I wouldn’t be able to read….
Historical fiction make up some of my family’s favorite read alouds. However, there can be too much of a good thing. My first year homeschooling, I used a curriculum that centered everything around the history studied that year. It was a great opportunity to integrate ideas between subjects, but it restricted our read alouds to historical fiction.…
Read MoreSunday Reflections: Finding a Family Rhythm
This post may include affiliate links. See my full disclosure policy for more details. Life at the Strauss House… Starting off school last week, I had several kiddos sick, which made it challenging to really find a rhythm. This week, everyone is healthy, and it’s been good to have a week of a regular routine. …
Read More“Let the Little Children Come to Me, and Do Not Hinder Them…”
The faith of children is a remarkable and beautiful thing. Often I think I hinder my children’s faith more than I strengthen it. Don’t misunderstand, I read the Bible with them, take them to church, and help them memorize scripture. I intend to strengthen their faith, but then I act in my flesh and I…
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