Some people are naturally gifted spellers.  Some people regardless how hard they try are not.  Spelling is not an indication of intelligence.  The English language is a difficult one as far as spelling is concerned.  We have rules and then a list of exceptions to the rules.  For someone... »

Dear Reader, Thank you so much for your prayers for my niece, Adriana.  Doctors warned us that the life with a preemie is a roller coaster ride.  They were not lying.  It is not my place to go into specifics of her condition, but I will say that the prayers are working.  Just as we are flying down the roller coaster... »

Crocheting is one way I keep my hands busy during down times, especially late in the evening.  I seriously taught myself using YouTube videos.  I can knit as well, but I personally prefer crochet. When I... »

A few years ago my oldest three children and I went to a writing workshop.  The one thing that I walked away with was the idea that you always encourage the writer.  It has proved to be an invaluable perspective as a home educator.  Sometimes teachers, including mothers, cannot get over the misspellings, the messy handwriting, or the absence of... »

Moms have so much on their plate whether they stay-at-home or work for a paycheck.   Because time is so precious, we look for time-saving techniques and devices. One of the easiest things to do as a mom is to not include your children in your daily work.  It takes much less time to do the chores alone.  There is less hassle. ... »

Have you ever turned on the television after dinner to flip through all the channels finding nothing suitable to watch with your family?  Have you ever been shocked by the subject matter on a prime time television show?  Have you ever watched a movie and thought, "Why did they put that in?", whether it was language, inappropriate behavior, etc.?  If... »

I sat with my family expectantly waiting for Think Natural to begin yesterday morning at 11 a.m.  The opening credits began rolling.  And then.... it was not our episode.  It was the re-run of his first episode of the season. I contacted Dr. Bond and he apologized.  He gave me the wrong date.  Our episode is actually being Closed Captioned and... »

Among the many hats that I wear throughout the day, one of my responsibilities is as the Business Manager of Cross Creek Cattle Company.  It is a ranch owned by my father, Kenton Holliday.  My husband is the Ranch Manager.  A few years ago we made the transition from running a traditional ranching operation to a grass fed beef business. ... »

My family and I are trying to adapt to the incredibly dry conditions.  We even considered not planting a fall garden, but while coming up with all the pros and cons, I convinced myself to go for it anyway.  We finally finished planting everything Tuesday. I usually plant in raised rows.  They are easy to see.  Walkways are naturally created and... »

First I want to thank each and every one of you for praying, for sending me written out prayers, and/or for sending me encouraging words.  Please continue praying.  Baby Adriana is doing as well as expected; however, it is a trying time especially the stress on the family. I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend.  My family and I... »