If you are a long time reader of my blog, you know that I struggle with depression. I have tried many things to "beat" this thing...but alas, the Lord has allowed this for me for His purposes. Understanding that He is in control and that He truly has a purpose in this for me has been a tremendous encouragement to me.I have tried various meds, you may remember. It seems that my body emotionally really likes lexapro. This is what helped me 4 years ago, and now it is helping me again.But, ... Read More about Depression, meds and weight gain…
Saint Patrick’s Day ideas
*repost from 2008* We started a mini-unit on Saint Patrick's Day today! Here are some ideas to share...some of these are ideas from years past. Saint Patrick's Day Books to read: Ideas and Links *Here are the St. Patrick's Day resources and units from Homeschool Share *lots of cute St. Patrick's Day crafts from one of my favorite craft blogs! *We have enjoyed learning about Patrick and the holiday behind his name this week. We learned that Patrick was a missionary, and we ... Read More about Saint Patrick’s Day ideas
Simple Gifts
a line of people waiting to eat...I feel sad, yet blessed to be a partpraying they find the Bread of Life in addition to the physical bread we give them handing out bags of toiletries the thought that a bottle of shampoo can mean so much 160 bars of soap 200 washcloths smiling faces full of gratitude, humbling me hearing about God at work serving faces and names the blessing that is all mine Easter baskets for children who may have never had one before hearts in ... Read More about Simple Gifts
Easter is coming!
Easter seems to be a holiday that sneaks up on me, but it is in less than one month! :) I have already shared my plans for Lent...which moves right into Easter, so some of those things are one and the same. But, here is a separate post with my favorite Easter resources!Next week we are starting Amanda Bennett's Easter unit study!HSS has a FREE and very wonderful lapbook to go with this unit! Doesn't Ami do a FABULOUS job?? And can you believe it's free?!?! :)Favorite Books & ResourcesOther Links ... Read More about Easter is coming!
Wow, oh wow!
I finished reading the Old Testament last night!! OH MY GOODNESS!! For the first time in my life...I finished the entire OT!Sorry, I don't mean to brag...but I'm truly bragging on God here. It is all Him. I have never been able to do it before...but, with the help of the 90 Day Bible Reading Plan and some motivation from the Lord, He has helped me to get this far in the plan!I'm just so excited! God has shown me a lot, opened my eyes to a lot and taught me a lot. I have underlined completely new ... Read More about Wow, oh wow!
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