Story
Inspiration and resources for telling your story, and the stories of others, to the next generation.
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Not a Speaker But Called to Speak
What do you do when you’re not a speaker but someone has called asking you to speak? Perhaps you’ve been asked to speak to a group of three hundred, or thirty, or just three. If your first thought is to decline because you’re scheduled to scrub toilets that day, then this post is for you. I’m writing this post as a reminder to myself as well. Often, when I’m invited to speak, there’s a sense of excitement, but also a little fear. It emerges to point out once again: you are not a professionally trained speaker.
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“Sky High” – A WASP Aviation Book Review
A review of the award-winning book, "Sky High: The True Story of Maggie Gee" written by Marissa Moss and illustrated by Carl Angel.
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A Poem is a Firefly: Book Review {and Giveaway!}
Why do children enjoy lullabies, nursery rhymes, and short stories? It’s more than just the rhythmic sounds they make. “A Poem is a Firefly” tells us why. Check out the blog for the full book review and the giveaway!
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OSPREY: Ben and Erin Napier’s Parenting Movement for Social Media-Free Kids Through High School
Co-founders of OSPREY (Old School Parents Raising Engaged Youth), Ben and Erin Napier and Catherine and Taylor Sledge are excited about spearheading a grassroots movement that encourages and connects parents “who want to create a dynamic, engaged childhood for their kids, and preserve the value of authentic human connection.” Do you have the courage to parent your kids through high school without allowing them access to social media? Strength comes from above and from those around you.
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The 3 R’s of Retiring Homeschool Moms
During my years as a kindergarten teacher in the public school system, the custom was to recognize retiring teachers with a reception and present them with a brass apple. So, what happens when homeschool moms retire? After 24 years of homeschooling, that’s what I’ve been pondering after officially closing our homeschool with the Dept. of Non-Public Education a few weeks ago. I’ve whittled my reflections down to 3 R’s.
