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17 Ideas for a Quiet Time Refresh

Bible study tips and ways to grow in your faith a note from April: While I don’t typically share in detail about my faith here on my blog, a recent meeting in The Mind Gallery and serving as a leader at my church’s High School Summer Camp sparked a practical post to share with you…

My August Personal Curriculum Plans

what’s on my mind this month, favorite finds, & summer travel Not every month needs a dramatic fresh start. I almost made this month’s plan look very different but then I looked at my full calendar and my ambitious back-to-school goals. Yikes…! I remembered that the purpose of well-rounded planning is to keep my interest…

My July Reading Recap

Confessions, stories, & other books I added in this month . Some Favorites: 🎧Get It Done: How to Complete Your Dream Project by Gretchen Rubin — I found this freebie on Audible and it has been a fun way to get myself back into planning mode. I love that Gretchen Rubin weaves in how our…

My June Personal Curriculum Plans

what’s in my reading basket this month Every summer has it’s own unique story and it’s shaped by who is in my home, what activities we commit to, and what trips we have planned. Some summers become very academic with added school subjects, classes at the rec center, and museum trips. Other summers look more…

Embracing the Summer Season – tips & ideas

Embracing the Summer Season – tips & ideas

Around here it is heating up and the school is ending. We are headed into the summer season. There are several things that I think about at this time of year. My book project has me very busy these days so I am including some excellent resources from the archives that will help you in…

Enjoying Summer & Reading Big Magic

Enjoying Summer & Reading Big Magic

This book and this moment in this picture above were exactly what I needed. It was something that felt quintessentially “summer”. Reading by the pool today was just perfect. Like “the moments I see on Instagram” kind of perfect. The kind that I do not even attempt to achieve. The words from Big Magic are…

Quick Ideas to Get Kids into Summer Reading

Quick Ideas to Get Kids into Summer Reading

Encouraging a Love of Reading This Summer – For our kids We can all agree that reading is a great way for our kids to spend some time this summer.  I am excited to help you think about some small things that you can do that will make a big difference. Welcome to our Summer…

How to Revive Your Love of Reading this Summer

How to Revive Your Love of Reading this Summer

Summer Reading for Moms As I finish teaching for the school year I look forward to the books I plan to spend time with this summer.  I am excited to ask you some questions that will help you think about your reading life.  Some small changes will make a big difference. Having a vibrant reading…