Made to Flourish

My journey with the Lord has revealed that I was made to flourish! One of my favorite past times is gardening, indoor and outdoor gardening. I liken myself unto a perennial. I’ve been planted on purpose, with purpose. One might say my life began in unplanned and to some,unpardonable circumstances. I was born in NYContinue reading “Made to Flourish”

I Remember

When our first generation (of 3), which included four of our ten children, were young there were days when all I wanted to do was get out and get some fresh air with my mom friends and our children for a carefree morning or afternoon. Well, today our daughter who is of that first generationContinue reading “I Remember”

A Quiver Full

When I became a Christian, as a young adult, one of my first convictions was to give up taking birth control. As I was learning to value myself as a woman of God, this was not a difficult choice for me. Birth control had made seeking love in all the wrong places easy. So, theContinue reading “A Quiver Full”

Winter Wonders-Homeschooling through the Winter Months

I’ve been homeschooling for over 24 years and it is still difficult to press through the winter months, especially with boys. The days are shorter, so there’s not much time left in your day after schooling. No matter where you live in the United States the winter months bring on lower temperatures, especially in theContinue reading “Winter Wonders-Homeschooling through the Winter Months”

Back to the Basics

Over the years I have learned that a regular daily routine is necessary. I know that it lays a firm foundation for a healthy, successful lifestyle. The unfortunate thing is that when I have intermittent appointments, holidays, vacation etc. it is very easy for me to step away from it. As I consider my goalsContinue reading “Back to the Basics”

Our Children and Their Children

I am in awe, even speechless at the joy that I feel when I am able to engage my children with their children. It takes me back to the days when I was nursing, cuddling, training, encouraging, disciplining etc. our children. During this season I could not fathom what the future would hold for themContinue reading “Our Children and Their Children”