by Malia |
There are lots of ways to reduce stress in your life, and that is probably a terrific starting point, but this article is not about that. These are my personal strategies to get moving when you feel stress-frozen. I always suggest beginning with prayer and some time...
by Malia |
I was reading through Kim Brenneman’s book: Large Family Logistics and was reminded of something I learned a long time ago, but had forgotten. If you are trying to add something new to your life (a new habit, a new routine) the best way I have found is to attach...
by Malia |
When we first began home educating back in 2000 I was very interested in hearing how other women ran their home schools. I wanted to know all the details. Did they keep a schedule? Did they use chore charts and curriculum? Did they say the Pledge of Allegiance...
by Malia Russell |
Is school really just around the corner? You know what that means – early morning scrambles, after-school tizzies and ragged nerves at dinnertime. It’s still possible to have pleasant family mealtimes even after school has begun. Check out these...
by Malia Russell |
Have you ever had a spa day? When you go to a spa it has its own smell, doesn’t it? It has a special feel to it. It has a hushed, relaxing sound. The food at a spa has a special flavor. The lighting is warm, but muted. Everyone there knows it is a spa, and...