The work world is changing, partly due to the incredible developments in technology. It is now feasible for many people to work anywhere, anytime, leading to some major changes in family life. Anne Bogel describes the trend in her 69 page ebook Work Shift: How to Create a Better Blend of Work, Life, and Family. […]
older teens and adults
For our college age young people, and also for ourselves as homeschooling moms. (I used to tag this as ‘adult’ but my hubby told me that had the wrong connotation.)
Review: Ten Ways to Destroy the Imagination of Your Child by Anthony Esolen
Do you want to destroy the imagination of your child? Of course not! But would society want to destroy the creativity of its young citizens? According to Anthony Esolen, the answer is ‘yes’. Esolen suggests that our society does not really like children and sees them as a resource to be managed. Assuming that, he […]
Review: The Empty House by Rosamunde Pilcher
When I was ill a few weeks ago, I reread a book that had been dancing at the edge of my mind, The Empty House by Rosamunde Pilcher. It’s about fields and combines, silk dresses and nannies, kittens and hidden beaches, betrayal and loyalty, motherhood and friendship, overcoming oneself and trusting in others. Many […]
Review: Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin
Homeschool moms have made a massive investment in happiness at home, not only for themselves but also for their children. As Charlotte Mason pointed out, a significant part of education is the atmosphere that surrounds the children. Everyone knows that, ‘if mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.’ So perhaps we need to think about being […]