Hi Reader! Yesterday I told you about that post-holiday restart feeling. The one where you're trying to get everyone back on track but you're still recovering from the post-holiday activities and trying to get the house back in order. (If you still have your Christmas tree up - you're not alone!) Today, I want to shift your perspective on something. What if January isn't the "catch-up" month?What if it's actually the advantage month? Here's what I mean: When you start homeschooling (or join a...
13 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! I'm sitting here with my second cup of coffee, looking at the calendar and realizing our family has been on break since Thanksgiving when our co-op ended its fall semester.And what a break it's been! We've filled our days with travel and adventure, visits from friends, dances and hangouts, movie nights, and even some beach days (gotta love those Florida benefits). Then we fully dove into all the holiday activities and magic. Sure, we've done some math here and there. But mostly?...
14 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! I'm keeping this quick. I know you're juggling a lot right now. I just wanted to pause and wish you a peaceful, joy-filled holiday season. I hope you're finding moments to breathe, connect with your kids, and maybe even rest a little. As you wrap up this year and look ahead to the next one, here's what I'm envisioning for you... I see you feeling more confident in your homeschool decisions. Not second-guessing every choice or comparing your days to everyone else's. I see you...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! This weekend, I stood on Deerfield Beach in South Florida. This is where I grew up. This is where I surrendered my life to Jesus. And honestly? I was a wild teenager. I spent my teen years on that beach—partying day and night, sleeping in hotels, boats, friend's apartments, and even in my car. My family wasn't involved in church or really in my life at all. So I went searching. But here's what I want you to know... Even in all that wandering, there was someone who never gave up on...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
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...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Gratitude is such a powerful force. It has a physiological effect on our minds and bodies as it rewires our thinking and calms our nervous systems. It keeps us out of our anxious spiraling thoughts. It creates an anti-vortex for the pull of depression. It reduces our overwhelm and helps us truly focus on what matters most. God knew all of this when he created us. He knows what's happening in the world around us and the uncertainty we grapple with. Yet, he's steady. He says do not...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! It’s happening today!Our live coaching conversation with Dan Marcone, Licensed Mental Health Therapist: Building Confidence and Motivation Through a Sense of ControlToday at 5pm ETWe’ll dive into how autonomy impacts confidence, motivation, and mental health—and share simple ways to help your child feel capable, calm, and ready to learn.If you have already registered, you'll find the link to join in your email. If you can't find it or haven't registered yet - simply register now to...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! We can’t wait to have you join us for our next webinar - but we need to make sure you have the correct link. We moved our webinar over to Zoom. In order to receive the link to join, please take a moment to sign up here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/AdtBxgqPSmaJ8bXHJxk4MQPlease take a moment to add this event and link to your calendar. Thursday, November 6th at 5pm ETI'll also be sure to send you a reminder on the day of! ✨ Come ready to learn practical strategies for...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! You know that moment when your child hits a wall and completely shuts down? Maybe it's during math. Maybe it's when they make a mistake. Maybe it's when something doesn't go their way. And no matter what you say or do, they stay stuck in that place of "I can't" or "I'm not good enough." I've been there. Both of my kids have struggled with this in different ways. And I used to think I just needed to push them through it or give them a pep talk. But here's what I learned: resilience...
3 months ago • 2 min read