Tag Archives: home life

Press the Pause Button

Posted on 1 February 2012 by Stephanie

  When you are feeling calm, peaceful and in control, you will have a calm, peaceful homeschooling family. Do you ever feel like you would like to press the ‘pause’ button on life? You are enjoying life, there’s lots going … 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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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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What’s For Dinner?

Posted on 3 October 2011 by Stephanie

I was having a very busy day recently, and I finally plopped down, mid-afternoon with a cup of tea, took a breath and considered what else I needed to get through before dinner time.  Then it dawned on me that … 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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