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10 Reasons I Love Always Icecream {Review}

Posted on February 23, 2012

It’s easy to set up. I had no problems with the initial registration process, and it was easy to understand all the options while setting up the girls’ accounts. Almost everything can be customized on each child’s profile. You must adjust the grade … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling, Review, Software Review, Special Needs | 3 Comments

Shop my AVON store!

Posted on February 23, 2012

The cat’s out of the bag. I signed up as an independent sales representative for AVON today. I’ve used their products for years and love the quality and great prices. Since I was looking for a home business that the … Continue reading →

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I’m Not Strong

Posted on February 21, 2012

People often make remarks about how strong I am. I’m not, though. I’m weak. I beg God for help regularly, and when I don’t, things don’t go well. I often feel completely overwhelmed by my “normal” life, and when extras … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible in 90 Days, Faith, Growth, Life, Scripture Memory | 2 Comments

The Petite Princess: The Mystery of Why Roo Doesn’t Grow

Posted on February 20, 2012

I finally tracked down Princess Roo’s OT evaluation report last week. It may not have been what I was hoping for, but it was what I expected. We’re still waiting on the paperwork that will allow her to start OT … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Family, Gratitude, Life, Multitudes on Monday, One Thousand Gifts, Special Needs | 8 Comments

Review: The Rose of Winslow Street by Elizabeth Camden

Posted on February 18, 2012

When I reviewed The Lady of Bolton Hill, I was so impressed that I gave it five stars on Amazon. After reading The Rose of Winslow Street, I wish there were more than five stars! Elizabeth Camden has impressed me more … Continue reading →

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Review: Hannah the Hedgehog Goes to Heaven and Lily Loses Her Best Friend by Lori A. Moore

Posted on February 18, 2012

Even if you don’t want them to, pets become family. I cried over dogs growing up and will cry over cats when my fifteen-year-old feline companions die. Last spring, less than two weeks after we got them, one of my … Continue reading →

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A Little Bit Wiser

Posted on February 14, 2012

I don’t consider myself wise, but I think I’m one step closer. I’ve thought a lot about love as Valentine’s Day approached. Then, last night, as I was reading in Psalms,  I came across this verse: “Whoever is wise, let … Continue reading →

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A Valentine for My Homeschool Friends

Posted on February 13, 2012

I want to dedicate this post to all my homeschool friends—the ones I know personally and the ones I feel like I know because we have shared our hearts through social media, e-mails, texts, and the occasional phone call. I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Friends, Fun, Gratitude, Homeschool Village, Homeschooling, Special Needs | 22 Comments

It’s Love Week!

Posted on February 13, 2012

Interestingly enough, we’re in the Valentine’s Day mood this week! Unofficially, this week is Love Week on my blog. If you saw my post “It’s All About Love” at The Homeschool Village today, you know I’m off to a good start! … Continue reading →

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Giveaway Winner: Night of the Cossack by Tom Blubaugh

Posted on February 12, 2012

The 10:00 p.m. CST hour has come and gone, and I have done my job. I visited Random.org and had the random number generator choose a winner! Before I announce the winner, I want to say how touched I was … Continue reading →

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