Whether to collect and post grades in the homeschool is a reasonable question. And plenty of homeschool parents are asking it these days.

Posted by: Karrie Emms on Wednesday, January 5th, 2011 at 10:26 am

If we are not of this world, why do we try so hard to fit in? Why do we run after the latest fashions and pleasures the world offers?

Posted by: Karrie Emms on Monday, January 3rd, 2011 at 9:14 pm

Experience-driven revival is more like a flash flood than a mighty river.

Posted by: Karrie Emms on Friday, December 31st, 2010 at 10:06 am

When the road crew finally painted the lane lines again, I was so relieved. Now I can drive in peace again, without sweaty hands, delighting in the safety of the bright yellow do-not-cross line.

Posted by: Karrie Emms on Thursday, December 30th, 2010 at 8:49 am

The floor contains the remnants of torn wrappings, boxes, and bows. The stockings hang lifeless from the mantel, empty of all their contents. Leftovers are all that are left of holiday feasting. Wallets are empty and feelings of buyer’s remorse begin to descend and suffocate. On the morning after Christmas, thus begins the season of let down.

Posted by: Karrie Emms on Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 at 11:39 am

Don’t approach parenting by focusing on the symptoms rather than the heart.

Posted by: Karrie Emms on Monday, December 27th, 2010 at 9:36 am