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How Perfect Are You?

Posted on 24 September 2011 by Stephanie

‘If a job’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well’ ‘Never, never, never, never give up.’ These sound like good mottos, don’t they?  They encourage us to try hard, to improve and to do our best, don’t they?  Or do they,  … Continue reading →

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What is the Difference Between a Vision and a Goal?

Posted on 7 September 2011 by Stephanie

We all have dreams and visions for our children and our homeschooling, but sometimes (often) things don’t go the way we expect or would like. Some events are out of our control, but sometimes we can actually behave differently and … 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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Don’t Be Afraid to Change

Posted on 18 May 2011 by Stephanie

Just thinking some more about the address given at my daughter’s university graduation a fortnight ago, the wise man giving the address told the young graduates that if they find that what they are doing has become so stressful that … Continue reading →

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What’s More Important Than Cleverness?

Posted on 11 May 2011 by Stephanie

Last week we had a very happy day when our daughter graduated from the University of Auckland.  This young woman has never been to school and never sat an exam before the age of 20.  She loved studying and she did … Continue reading →

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The Secret Ingredient to a Balanced Life

Posted on 23 March 2011 by Stephanie

Life has felt a bit strange the past couple of weeks.  Not abnormal, but not normal.  Just strange.  (See It feels like an earthquake) And an unexpected epiphany has happened within me.  I am remembering what my vision is.  One … Continue reading →

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