Everyday Life

Why We Homeschool

by Lori Hatcher

Thirty years ago when homeschooling first reappeared on the educational radar screen, it was limited primarily to families who appeared to be, shall I say, unusual. One family that achieved national recognition left their suburban lifestyle and moved to a goat farm in upstate New York to ... Read the Article →

Recovering Genuine Companionship

By Renee Swope
Family, At Home, Marriage, Balance, Relationships
November 1, 2011
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by John and Stasi Eldredge

John has a circle of things he loves to do. It includes fly- fishing, rock climbing, working on cars, hunting, reading, smoking cigars, and just about anything with adventure in it. I have a circle of things I love to do. It encompasses going to ... Read the Article →

The Hold of Hoarding

By Renee Swope
Health and Well being, Spiritual Growth, Goals, Family, Overcoming Fear, Worry, Organization, Balance, At Home, Holiday Planning, Contentment
November 1, 2011
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By Johanna Tooke

Maybe one of God’s greatest gifts to us is misery and suffering. After all, without them we’d continue to walk obliviously through life as though nothing were wrong. Like any normal human being I was doing my best to avoid undue pain. My strategy was ... Read the Article →

The Sandwich Generation: Make the Most of the Meal

By Heather Gearhart

Every day, at the retirement community where I work, I see women speeding around in a frenzy. Cell phones are glued to their ears and organized chaos reigns. One is organizing a bake sale for her child’s school. Another is putting the final touches on a ... Read the Article →

My Last Day

By Renee Swope
Spiritual Gifts, At Home, Parenting, Balance, Contentment
August 1, 2011
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Trusting in the Storm

Overcoming Fear, At Home, Healing from Hurts, Parenting, Balance, Relationships, Contentment, Prayer
August 1, 2011
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Organizing Your Clothes Closet

By Renee Swope
At Home, Balance
October 1, 2010
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by Eileen Koff

Are you playing Russian roulette when you open your closets; afraid of what might come crashing down? Taking back your clothes closet is easier than you thought if you adapt simple strategies and techniques. Here are my top tips that will have you singing instead of moaning ... Read the Article →

Overcoming Perfectionism

By Renee Swope
Overcoming Fear, Family, Balance, Health and Well being, Goals
August 31, 2010
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by Rachel Olsen

Do you feel most of what you do is never quite good enough?
Do you avoid starting tasks for worry you’ll fail?
Do you think “average” is an ugly word?

If so, rather than working toward success, you are probably trying to be flawless from start ... Read the Article →

Christ-Like in the Bleachers

By Renee Swope
Family, At Home, Parenting, Balance, Kids Activities, Relationships, Goals, Community
August 1, 2010
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By Sara Jo Poff

The roar of the parents’ voices filled the gym. Admittedly, the game was getting tense, but the situation was worsening. It was the last quarter and the teams were tied for the championship. Parents were beginning to scream over the sound of the coach and the ... Read the Article →

Clothed with Strength and Dignity: What I Wore on Black Friday

By Renee Swope
Overcoming Fear, At Home, Balance, Goals, Finances
May 1, 2010
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Unfortunately, many of us have received the dreaded “pink slip” in recent months. Theresa shares her experience and offers hope for others in a similar situation.

Clothed with Strength and Dignity: What I Wore on Black Friday
By Theresa Ceniccola

I wasn’t one hundred percent certain, but the empty ... Read the Article →

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