by Melinda Poling | Sep 15, 2021 | Family
I remember the day well. We had three kiddos and a baby. My six-year-old son just ran into the house and slammed the door on his younger brother. It was definitely an I-was-here-first moment. Not wanting to interrupt my nursing babe, but also desiring justice, I felt...
by Melinda Poling | Aug 31, 2019 | Homeschooling
When I was completely overwhelmed keeping up with my toddler, grade school students, and high schoolers, I took time to pray. Eventually, I made plans with a friend to co-op together. It was such a great experience. We taught together three years in a row. Our...
by Melinda Poling | Jul 31, 2019 | Homeschooling
Going back to school. For me, this now holds great memories as well as anticipation. Homeschooling continues to be the the venue God uses to refine us—drawing us closer to each other and ultimately Himself. Spending time with the people God gave us and...
by Melinda Poling | Mar 11, 2019 | Homeschooling
We can: listen to Elizabeth Elliot as we sweep and/or mop. hike on a sunny day with friends. stop and pray any time someone is in need. run with my teens in the morning. jog with my littles round our living room/kitchen island. read great books for fun. read for...
by Melinda Poling | Mar 4, 2019 | Spiritual Growth
Whining Complaining Arguing Nitpicking Hiding from problems or people Making unwise financial decisions Harnessed by worldly goods Unhappy Lashing out Consumed with outward beauty and comfort Gripped with unfruitful habitsActing in...
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