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Reading Aloud Pep Talk

 As far as I’m concerned, reading aloud is the simplest, most effective, least expensive, and most enjoyable method of learning.  It cannot be praised too highly.  It is relationship-building, learning, and entertainment all in one.  It’s great for young children, teens, and adults, for family members and friends.   It teaches us about the world God made […]

Bloggy Holiday

In honor of company, as well as of schoolwork, housework, sleep, and other projects, I’m taking a bloggy break of about ten days.    Have a wonderful 1/3 month, and I’ll see you in ten days–or sooner if there’s suddenly time.    Blessings,   Annie Kate    

Managing Our Homes Well: A Review of Molly Gets Organized

    Now, I love Molly’s Digests.  There’s always inspiration and always something to learn.  I especially like the organizing articles.  You see, I want to be like the Proverbs 31 lady who manages her home well, and I have a lot to learn.   This new e-book of Molly’s, Molly Gets Organized All in […]

A Good Snack Day

 I like snacks.  We all like snacks. But it’s always an effort to put together a snack, so we often don’t bother.  Occasionally I’ll make popcorn, or put out a plate of turnip slices.  On Mondays we often have left-overs of Sunday treats.  For special occasions we’ll have chips.  Occasionally we’ll do the dried fruit […]

Winter Bird Study: Preparing for the Great Backyard Bird Count

  Two Februaries ago we participated in The Great Backyard Bird Count.   We did no preliminary study or bird watching, so we were not as prepared as we could have been. Hmmm.  I wonder what kind of bird that is?  Still it was thrilling to estimate just how many crows were in that huge flock […]