Tag Archives: Family

The Same Scene All Over the World

Posted on 21 December 2011 by Stephanie

“When my son was four … he was in the Nativity play…. the three boys came in – four-year-olds with tea towels on their heads — and they put these boxes down, and the first boy said, “I bring you … Continue reading →

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The Value of Thanks-Giving

Posted on 25 November 2011 by Stephanie

This week, when my American friends are celebrating that wonderful time of ‘Thanksgiving’, and as I look forward Advent which starts on Sunday, I want to share with you from a little devotional written by Sarah Young.  The book is ’Jesus … Continue reading →

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Did You Hear About Sesame Street?

Posted on 20 October 2011 by Stephanie

On Sunday, Sesame Street videos on YouTube were hacked into and several unsuitable (R18) videos were uploaded to the site. The powers that be moved fast and the site was taken down and repaired.  But for twenty long minutes on Sunday, children with free … Continue reading →

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Keep Your Preschoolers Busy and Happy

Posted on 12 October 2011 by Stephanie

Busy preschoolers can present a challenge when you are trying to teach your older children.  The little ones have a lot of energy and they can drain you of your energy quite quickly, while slowing you down as you try to … Continue reading →

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Home Education in its Fullest Sense

Posted on 24 August 2011 by Stephanie

It’s funny how one experience impacts on another, isn’t it? A few days ago, I was email-chatting with someone who was thinking about moving to live in New Zealand and we had talked about the advantages of living in different places.  Then at … Continue reading →

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July is a Good Month

Posted on 10 August 2011 by Stephanie

July really is a good month for taking a break, having a rest, catching up with friends, being refreshed and generally having a change of pace. Both for you and for your children! I took July off from homeschooling and from … Continue reading →

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