To the question, what are the qualities of an aspiring architect, one might answer, mathematical finesse, while others might suggest geometrical passions. The gift of playing with blocks, Legos or puzzles or understanding the world in multiple dimensions. I agree, but my experiences suggest that one of the most qualifying qualities of a budding
Right after using my life to serve our Heavenly Father and my family, Architecture and Art are my passions. Playing artist or architect gives one a glimpse of the heart of our Creator. He created our bodies with multiple systems which work together to form each highly developed but unique person, animal or plant;
At first, I thought nothing of putting my children in classes offered outside of the homeschool groups and co-ops. If we found something, they enjoyed and would benefit from, I pursued it. It wasn’t until almost half way into our first year at a dance studio that someone said, “Oh, you’re homeschooled?” It had
As homeschool moms, we have so many responsibilities — wife, mother, teacher, chef, maid, nurse, banker, chauffeur; seamstress — this list could go on and on. With so many needs around us each day, we could use a biblical system for keeping our priorities in place. Genuine peace and joy come when we follow
A few years ago I needed to have outpatient surgery. As a homeschool mom with two young daughters, I worried how daily household chores would get done. Thankfully the surgery was scheduled during summer, which meant I did not have to concern myself with math, history, or other “core” curriculum. However, I still needed
Children of any age seem to generate the most advantageous, and also the worst parenting emotions. Without realizing, our voice becomes louder, our body starts to tighten, and breath shortens, and we have just engaged in a round of emotional exhaustion for ourselves and our child. To disengage oneself from swirling in a pattern