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Go Virtual with Write2Ignite and Joyce M. Hostetter!
Go virtual with Write2Ignite and Joyce Hostetter! If you're unfamiliar with these two fabulous names, then please allow me to share a little about them with you. The first year I attended a Write2Ignite Conference (W2I) was in 2012. It was the first conference I’d attended which specifically catered to Christian writers of children’s and young adult literature. God used that experience to open multiple doors of blessings. One of those was the privilege of taking a writing class taught by the award-winning author, Joyce Moyer Hostetter. Her presentation: “Telling the Truth Through Fiction” and the resources she gave were . . .
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How Do We Tell the Next Generation to Not Live in Fear?
Daily, we hear news of division, destruction, disease, and death. Our kids and grandkids hear some form of this as well. Whether it’s via television, the internet, friends, or family. Perhaps they are witnessing it firsthand in their communities, possibly in their own homes. It’s easy to become overwhelmed and discouraged. So, how do we tell the next generation to not live in fear? First, we, the parents, must learn and practice brave faith-living, so our encouragement is received as genuine. Then, we utilize the power of words . . .
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3 V’s to Consider When Planning a 2020 Vacation
The COVID-19 restrictions are beginning to relax around the nation and many “stay-at-home” people are raring to hit the road. There are 3 V’s to consider when planning a 2020 vacation. Government, medical, and even travel websites post rules and guidelines for vacationers’ health and safety. This blog post addresses our views (not political), our vigilance, and our versions of vacations...
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Book Review: Frog’s Rainy-Day Story {+ Giveaways!}
“April showers bring May flowers” as well as a book review of Frog’s Rainy-Day and Other Fables. Plus, we have several giveaways! Winner of the Mom’s Choice Award, this hardcover picture book contains seventy-two pages of entertaining, short stories...
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COVID19 Quarantine: Staying Sane with Around-the-Clock Kids – Part 1
The coronavirus, COVID19 quarantine and restrictions may have you less worried about germs, but perhaps now you’re concerned about how you’ll stay sane with around-the-clock kids. About twenty years ago, I wondered the same thing—obviously not about the Coronavirus, but when I first considered homeschooling, I wondered if I’d be able to keep my sanity if I hung out with my kids twelve to sixteen hours a day. Don’t get me wrong, I loved my kids, just as you do, I’m sure. It was simply the idea of being with them all day, every day that had me nervous. If you’re a little anxious, I’m here to encourage you...
