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Hi Reader!

My husband and I did something big this month.

We decided to go all in with the work we’re doing with Homeschool Essentials.

We both work full-time jobs in addition to what we do here—but supporting homeschool families is where our passion lies. We have so many ideas and dreams for how we can serve you better as you raise and equip your kids for God’s purposes and their adult lives.

We want to pass along all the hard-won lessons we’ve learned over the years and walk alongside you in this journey.

And this past week, we took two big steps:

1. We hired an incredible design team to elevate our best-selling planner.​
I’m IN LOVE with the mock-up they proposed! I can’t wait to share the improvements coming to the 2026–2027 version.
Two things are guaranteed: a beautiful new cover and monthly tabs you’ve been asking for. (We really do listen!) And there is so much more to reveal…

2. We traded in our vehicle for one that will allow us to travel to homeschool conventions.​
We cannot wait to meet you in person—hear your stories, speak at workshops, and let you flip through the planner right there in your hands.

As we plan for 2026, we want to build everything with you, not just for you.

So I’d love to hear from you:

❤️ What are you needing most in your homeschool right now?

If it helps, here are a few areas families have been asking about—just hit reply and tell me which one sounds like you:

• Parenting Skills:​
  “I need help staying calm during tough moments,”
  “I want to build a better connection with my child,”
  “I’m struggling to get cooperation without power struggles.”
• Learning Skills / Executive Function:​
  “My child avoids work and gets overwhelmed easily,”
  “We need better routines,”
  “I don’t know how to teach planning, follow-through, or independence.”
• Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being:​
  “My child gets anxious or shuts down during learning,”
  “I want a calmer home environment,”
  “We need tools for motivation, resilience, and confidence.”

Or maybe it’s something completely different—tell me anything you’re carrying right now.
Your reply will directly shape our workshops, planner updates, community events, and resources for 2026.

We’re excited, humbled, and so grateful to be on this journey with you.

Your Friend,

P.S. If you'd like me to come speak at a convention in your area - let us know! Or better yet - tell your convention about us and request to have me come speak!!