March 4, 2020 // by Laura Malone Have no fear of perfection – you’ll never reach it.Salvador Dali As I’m writing this, I’m camped out in my church coffee bar alone, my half- eaten peanut butter and jelly sandwich and sparkling water at my side and the faint sound of our high school choir’s voices... Continue Reading →
New Years Resolutions – Growing in 2020
January 1, 2020 // by Laura Malone Walking into a new decade is exciting. As I box up ornaments and file away the Christmas cards, the clutter disappears. I take a deep breath and glance around. My cleared counter tops and lamp tables bring back a sense of control and make me wonder. What are... Continue Reading →
What’s In A Name
November 4, 2019 // by Laura Malone When I was young, every morning before school, my dad would load me and my brother up in his old black pickup truck he named Ms. Piggy. I have memories of him walking outside while it was still dark, head down, hands in his pockets, getting her engine... Continue Reading →
13 Essential Energy Boosters- Part 2
Last week, in Part 1 of this post, we discussed different ideas for gaining and retaining energy physically. This week we will dive into some ways to fill up our energy tanks mentally and spiritually. Remember, we are not simply physical beings but our mental and spiritual state also play a role in who we... Continue Reading →
Seeking Wisdom in the Seasons
September 23, 2019 // by Laura Malone As I write, we are still melting in the heat of a Texas summer and I can’t help but flip through my calendar to check the date of fall’s much-anticipated and “official” arrival. And guess what? It’s today! Of course, if you live in Texas you know that... Continue Reading →
Why We Choose to Homeschool – Part 2
Welcome back, friends! This is Part 2 of Why We Choose to Homeschool. Click here to check out Part 1 previously posted. 6. Individualized Pace- Homeschoolers have the freedom to learn at their own pace. As you’ve probably discovered in your own family, children mature and grow at different rates. So, we shouldn’t expect or... Continue Reading →