My daughter was so sweet and came together with her grandparents and bought us tickets to Passion 2019. Unfortunately, we couldn’t attend for logistical reasons but we were able to stream it online. Christine Caine one of the speakers was so encouraging to me. So I wanted to share the link and embed the video […]
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Dear Mr. Blog
Dear Mr. Blog, I know you might not remember me. My name is Lana (like banana.) I am older than I feel. I have another child than your namesake but due to all the old posts, I choose to keep your name. Don’t worry, I asked my kids and they said I could just add […]
Adoption Update and Prayer Request
We have been busy here the last 8 months. This precious little girl has rocked our world. Born at just 2 lbs 4 oz months and at 29 weeks she was tiny! Now she is a big 8-month-old who has a smile that just melts our hearts. I wanted to share just a bit of what […]
Our Nursery and Diaper Question
I love Facebook memories that pop up! A year ago, my hubby and the kids finished this room while I was out of town. 💝 We call it the “love nest.” The views from this room are amazing. It always has wildlife out one window and the lake through another. It is small but perfect for […]
Adoption Update and Prayer Request
Trusting in the Lord is such an adventure sometimes, well every time. Let me backtrack just a moment… Because of the adoption confidential details, we might change some of the names or leave out important details. First news! CHOSEN We, David and I have been chosen by a birth mother! In other words, we are […]
Our Homeschooling
Homeschooling Using Movies
Homeschooling Using Movies – especially on those sick days. [easy-share buttons=”no” counters=0 native=”selected” show_fblike=”yes”] We like to watch movies as a family. We like to laugh and comment about the movies for days or months afterwards. We are always looking for good movie suggestions. If you have one – tell me about it in the […]
Homeschool Hints for Teachers Part 1
I always could use extra help in homeschooling. Most of the time, I feel like I am re-learning everything. I teach three different grade levels and it has been a while, since I have been in those grades. So, I am putting to practice, do unto others, as you would have them do unto you. […]
The time has come…Olympics in London!
Running the Race Olympics started early this morning. (I know this is before the opening ceremonies.) Soccer and Archery started 2 days early, apparently team members need their rest. If I ran like them…I need a year of rest. I guess since we are studying Ancient Greece, I’m even more excited about these games. Plus, […]
Goodbye South America
He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose. ~Jim Elliot~ [easy-share buttons=”no” counters=0 native=”selected” show_fblike=”yes”] My kids and I have been studying South America for the past month. We have had so much fun and yet are sad to leave this study. It has been interesting to […]
