Posts by Betsy
Need a Dose of Fresh Inspiration and Encouragment?
This time of year I always feel like quitting. Well, maybe not giving up on homeschool all together, but finding ways to simplify my life so we can at least do math. That’s why I love going to conferences at this time of year. I love to be reminded of why I’m doing this crazy…
Read MoreLessons I Learned From Selling My Home and What I’d Do Differently
We moved in with my mother nearly eight years ago while my husband was getting his masters. It was a good situation for both of us because she was living in a big home alone, and we needed to downsize our rent. At the time, the market wasn’t great for selling the home that we…
Read MoreExploring the Mysteries of the Maya at the Perot
Ancient cultures are full of wonder. Often, we look to the west for inspiration of ancient civilizations. However, they’re not the only ones that can hold the title of “advanced civilizations.” The Maya people constructed complex architecture and cities, as well as offered significant contributions in astronomy, agriculture, and engineering. Although their ancient cities have been…
Read More5 Habits You Can Develop to Support a Healthy Heart
February is American Heart Month. It is very important for me to cultivate habits for my family to support healthy hearts. Habits don’t have to bring you down. There are fun and creative ways to train up your kids (and re-train yourself) to care for the body you’ve been given. Building heart healthy habits can be…
Read More10 Fairy Tales Your Little Princess Will Love
I have a little princess that devours fairy tales. She loves the imaginative stories, the noble characters, and the happily ever afters. I don’t blame her. Ironically, sometimes the truths about the world can be more clearly seen through imaginative tales. From the youngest of princesses to the oldest, all of the females in my home…
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