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They say the craziest things....
Published on 2012-05-22 10:18:00
Yesterday, my 14 year old daughter and my youngest daughter were swimming in our pool... When the sun went behind the clouds. My older daughter wished the sun would come back out because the water was so cold...and said to my little one..."Why did the sun go away?" My youngest, Chloe proceeded to tell her, " God sits on a chair, and that's what makes the sun." My oldest asked,"Well, where did the sun go?" and Chloe said, "God went to go get something..." Cammie, my older daughter, then asked her [..] > read more
Cami my photographer!!
Published on 2012-05-08 20:38:00
I know I wrote last time about how fast my children have grown... sure, it's sad sometimes... but ya know... It really is > read more
My Little Ones...
Published on 2012-04-25 23:03:00
Wow! It is so true... As a young mother many people told me to cherish every moment, because I would blink and they would be grown...this week the reality of that hit home... Over the past two weeks my oldest daughter took her ACT college entrance exams, and my next oldest gave a beautiful recital on the mandolin and violin. How did they get so big so fast? Just yesterday they were playing in mud puddles and cracking eggs on the sofa... These thoughts have made me more aware of how little time [..] > read more
Blog Carnival of Homeschooling
Published on 2012-03-15 09:16:00
Check out this week's carnival of homeschooling!! I have an article in it... see if you can find it!Click this link... > read more
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year...belated...
Published on 2012-01-03 20:47:00
I guess you could say that I have pretty much drowned when it comes to this blog...and... I'm sorry... I have been working on two other sister web sites, and have rather let this one down... To all my readers (the faithful few) I apologize... another New Year's resolution in the works, but I hope to do better! :)We had a great Christmas. It was absolutely wonderful to visit with family that I hadn't seen in a year and a half. Mom, Dad, brothers in law, and sisters were all a blessing and we had [..] > read more
Grace Active
Published on 2011-12-14 16:19:00
Taken from "The Valley of Vision"Lord Jesus, Great High Priest,Thou hast opened a new and living wayby which a fallen creature can approach these with acceptance.Help me to comtemplatethe dignty of thy Person,the perfectness of thy sacrifice,the effectiveness of thy intercession.O what blessedness accompanies devotion,when under all the trials that weary me,the cares that corrode me,the fears that disturb me,the infirmities that opress me,I can come to thee in my need and feel peace beyond under [..] > read more
Communication is key!
Published on 2011-12-07 09:41:00
Throughout life, we run into situations where we don't exactly see eye to eye with others, have personality conflicts, or even hurt by someone's actions. When that happens, humans generally begin avoidance strategies...I know I am guilty of that, too. Who likes confrontations or situations that could get ugly? Yet, time and time again I have found that if I bring the issue to the person it is with and try to talk it over... almost every time communication wins the day. Both parties are able to t [..] > read more
It's Hard to Practice What You Preach...
Published on 2011-11-08 14:38:00
Wow... isn't being a parent pretty difficult? I'm not too sure I would've signed on for this if I knew in advance what it would require... Just kidding... there probably wouldn't be many parents if they knew how tough it was BEFORE they had kids! I love my children, and thank God for the ways He has used my children to smooth off alot of my rough edges...(there are still so many more to go though!)...but I wouldn't trade them for anything! Do you ever struggle with practicing what you "preach" i [..] > read more
What is REAL Christianity?
Published on 2011-10-10 17:13:00
The word "Christian" means "follower of Christ" or "ones like Christ." This term was used first in Antioch as the Bible clearly tells us. Today, the terms is so very loosely used to describe anyone who remotely has a connection to Christianity. So, the question on my heart is... are these people that we now refer to as Christians really anything like Christ? Do we use the term far too flippantly? I believe that most "so called" Christians aren't really like the true Christ. Perhaps more like the [..] > read more
Life in the Fast Lane...
Published on 2011-09-30 13:12:00
...or at least that is what this feels like.Each week ticks by like a day...Each day feels like just a few moments...What has happened?Time used to seem like it stood still. Remember waiting for the bell to ring in school? Remember sitting on the porch and being "bored?"Here's my theory...Somehow, as you get older time begins to speed up. It starts going faster and faster until... well, until you're just plain out of it. > read more
Stand Up For What You Believe In
Published on 2011-09-14 12:08:00
Ex 20:3-4 Thou shalt have no other Gods before me. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image...The 3 Hebrews that were confronted with bowing before King Nebuchadnezzar's image knew these commandments from their childhood. Their convictions were not simply words they had memorized in school but part of themselves, part of their lives. They could no more bow down to that idol than they could change their eye color. They had convictions that God had etched on their hearts.Where is that kind [..] > read more
Count Your Blessings...
Published on 2011-08-29 22:39:00
one...two...three...four...five...six...seven...I've just been thinking...(really...cuz the kids are all in bed and it is finally quiet) of how blessed I am. There are seven precious people asleep in this house that God has entrusted to me. So often, I must admit that I take them for granted. They shouldn't be taken for granted.I am frequently beset by trying to keep the bills paid, the house clean, the laundry done, and the family fed... that I forget to see what I really am doing all that for. [..] > read more
Top 10 for Busy Mothers
Published on 2011-08-23 14:56:00
Today I am sharing a post with you that I posted over at momSCHOOL. I have changed it a bit - but I hope there's something there for you! I really love top 10 posts... for some reason they appeal to my -condense it, and expedite it - source for knowledge! 1) Get organized. Organize your house, your schedule, your personal time. Maximize your potential by limiting wasted time (email checking, web surfing, internet shopping, etc.) Get rid of things that add stress, and use a calendar. Download y [..] > read more
Check it out...Something NEW!!
Published on 2011-08-15 14:59:00
Behind the scenes around here, I have been working on a couple new projects. Still in its infancy, is momSCHOOL. If you get a chance hop over there and check it out. If you see something that I need to add - or change - Please by all means comment and let me know. I definitely want and really need your input! > read more
Be Still and Know that I am God...
Published on 2011-06-20 12:34:00
S T I L L "Be still and know that I am God" Dictionary.com says that "still" is... "the absense of sound or movement", "pacific, placid, serene", "undisturbed or tranquil." That is a beautiful picture isn't it? A place that I desire, one that I wou > read more
Are we too busy?
Published on 2011-06-02 22:49:00
"Why stand ye here ... idle?" Matt. 20:6"It is possible to be idle and yet to be fully occupied; to neglect one's paramount duty while yet employing every moment of one's time."I would have to resoundingly agree. Do you feel like some days you spend > read more
Peachtree Baptist Church Youth Ministry
Published on 2011-05-26 15:53:00
The month of May has been so busy... it really hasn't seem like we have had even a few minutes to enjoy it... It started at the Cotton Pickin' Fair...where we evangelized, passed out DVD's, and ministered to people...got our faces painted...and > read more
My little girl is 13!
Published on 2011-05-19 22:35:00
I really just can't believe how fast time flies. I know that really sounds trite...but I am completely serious! It boggles my mind at how fast a week goes by. I wish there were some way that I could put our life on hold or at least slo-mo for a > read more
A Secret Mission...
Published on 2011-05-09 21:54:00
Should we homeschool in the summer or not???The facts are strong on both sides... but I must admit... the lazy days of a free summer call to me! Even when I taught at school, I think I loved summer way more than the kids did! I love the peaceful > read more
A Summer Secret - Book Review
Published on 2011-05-02 09:50:00
Just (finally) finished a good book by Kathleen Fuller called a Summer Secret. This would be a super pick for a young girl. The story is about an Amish Family and their children. The young people find a run away boy living in an abandoned barn and de > read more
The Future of Homeschooling
Published on 2011-04-27 09:38:00
No... I am not gazing into a crystal ball to tell the future of homeschooling...But, I am looking at the facts...Did you know that the most recent government count of homeschoolers was at 1.5 million in 2007? And this was estimated with a projected g > read more
The Toilet is Overflowing... but am I?
Published on 2011-04-25 22:59:00
Overflowing toilets are a serious issue at our house... in fact, it has happened twice this month......beautiful innocent children become monsters when they leave a loaded toilet to gracefully spill its contents out onto the floor......fill up the ba > read more
Making peace with Graham Crackers and English Muffins...
Published on 2011-04-11 20:31:00
This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24Everyone has their own daily personal battles...For one person it may be loneliness... for another it may be sickness... or financial difficulty...Many days mine > read more
Under the circumstances...
Published on 2011-03-30 15:49:00
Have you ever been there? you know... under the circumstances?Are you there right now?I have been there many times, though it isn't a place that I should be because I am His. That's difficult. When things are tough... the stress is high... > read more
Rain, prayer, and hope
Published on 2011-03-28 13:16:00
Random...Yes, that is the only word that really covers my title... or truly my thoughts today.It has been raining for 3 days in Georgia...You know how it is... rain... kinda makes you sleepy, thoughtful, and a bit retrospective...I have been thinking > read more
Being Christ - "like"
Published on 2011-03-23 23:29:00
I came across this quote today from Salt and Light Ministries website..."You know, when you hang around Someone, when you're in Their presence, you eventually start talking like them and thinking like them and even acting like them.... Ah....In His p > read more
What's your personality?
Published on 2011-03-23 08:27:00
I have a dear friend, Mary who admins a great website call Strong Women Surrendered Hearts. Today she posted this link http://similarminds.com/jung.html for a free personality test. I have done a few of these in my time, and even used a few for > read more
Spring Fever...
Published on 2011-03-21 10:37:00
I don't know about you... but homeschooling is getting harder... the prettier it gets outside! Ahhh... the dangers of Spring Fever. They want to play and be outside, so I'm trying to work with it. :) I have to admit - I have it t > read more
Baseball and Memories...
Published on 2011-03-16 08:46:00
This past Saturday was a busy, crazy day... but full of memories for our little man. He was in a parade... and played his first baseball game of the season... Got to pitch his first game...AND it was against the team his best buddy is on!It > read more
I Have Been Blessed...
Published on 2011-03-08 12:28:00
I know... I just posted about my crazy life adventures with my crazy kids... but all day I have been thinking... how blessed I am.In my devotions this morning... the scripture was a verse about how God promises that His children will endure trials. T > read more
What is going on with my life?
Published on 2011-02-16 22:43:00
I know I have been quite negligent in my posting here at Faith and a Full House... but that's just it... I have a full house! Everytime I turn around these days there is a huge catastrophe awaiting my attention. I am sure all of you mothers wit > read more
Free Public School Resources
Published on 2011-02-10 13:42:00
I have several friends that have used the free government resources that are available for homeschoolers. They have had needs such as learning disabilities, in which their children need speech therapy or other additional services that they really cou > read more
Frustrated with your curriculum?
Published on 2011-01-31 12:41:00
Hi dear homeschooling friend... Ever get frustrated with your curriculum? I sure have, but I have learned over the years to stop the frustration as soon as possible. This is for your sake as a parent, but also for your child's sake! :) If you a > read more
Being a Martha AND a Mary
Published on 2011-01-26 13:51:00
I have been meditating on the story of Martha and Mary today... I am sure you can guess why! Feeling as if my busy serving has totally "encumbered" me. I have many many things that need to be done for my family as well as for the Lord's service. > read more
Creation Evangelism 2011
Published on 2011-01-18 18:59:00
I am so excited about the outreach our church is doing this year. We have been planning for several months now, an evangelistic outreach ministry to our town. We are hoping to reach our town through distribution of DVDs, materials, visitat > read more
Fourth grade Writing
Published on 2011-01-14 19:40:00
Writing isn't an easy thing to teach at best, but given a set of twins who hate writing... it's a nightmare! It has been our present joy to have a book report to write this week. Wow! after writing, rewriting, and rewriting... it still isn't any easi > read more
Snow...Snow...Snow...
Published on 2011-01-10 16:39:00
It's here again, snow in Georgia! Beautiful white snow... freezing cold weather... keeping all of my energetic wonderful little indians inside! We are attempting to make good use of these "stay at home" days by working hard at our schoolwork. I find > read more
Homeschool Blog Carnival
Published on 2011-01-04 08:50:00
The Homeschool Blog Carnival has its Princess Bride edition up... if you love encouragement, great ideas, and uplifting homeschool stories... check it out.Click here to visit the blog carnival - > read more
Refreshed and Ready to go?
Published on 2011-01-02 23:49:00
Okay, we have just had two great weeks of festivity and family time... I should be totally refreshed and ready to get back to homeschooling. Yet, for some reason my mind keeps begging for more time... could it be the never ending "To Do" list that I > read more
Shirt sleeves, sunshine, and soapsuds... again
Published on 2010-12-22 10:54:00
Finally, this week has been so beautiful (warm) in Georgia. Not lots of sun,but warm enough to go out without a coat! The younger kids have been sneaking outside at every opportunity. We will be reading a school assignment, and I will go get somethin > read more
Holiday Hullabulu
Published on 2010-12-14 22:24:00
I don't know about you... but it is crazy at our house. Even more crazy than typical... and that is pretty crazy. I love the holidays, but it sure does take its toll on our sanity and especially our schooling. The kids really do not > read more
O Come All Ye Faithful...
Published on 2010-12-07 12:02:00
I just love this time of year... the only time of year that we can go to public department stores and hear hymns being sung... Christmas hymns that is! I was thinking today of those good old Christmas hymns... many of them have such > read more