Ever since we got permission to turn the shed into a chicken coop, I have been a little (too) excited about getting chickens. This post could also be titled "The Love Joy of My Daughter, Eliana," because she loves chickens. And she is just so cute …
Have you ever read or listened to the Pilgrim's Progress? It is perhaps the most famous allegory of the spiritual journey. The Terrestria Chronicles , by Ed Dunlop, are very similar in nature, but with a medieval theme and a fantasy twist. Terrestria is…
In our last Biblical History unit, we left off with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob {Israel} and the promise Yahveh made to Abraham and his descendants. We see that promise begin to unfold in the life of Joseph. Readings: Genesis 37-50 The Victor Journey Through…
My boys have been participating with Sketch Tuesday at Harmony Fine Arts (well, sorta). They have been doing the sketches, but I have not submitted them for the slideshow. (I'm just a wee bit behind on everything blog related). So, I am posting these f…
The Travels of Wiglington and Wenks , a massive online virtual world for kids aged 7-14, has been the buzz around our home for the last month. According to the website, WW promises: "...an experience in which players will be able to travel to places a…
Jordan turns 14 today. I think he is ready to be 16, though. (Then he can slow down, he says.) He wants to hurry and grow up just enough to be able to drive, and then he says there is no hurry. (smile) It could be that this Dodge 1 ton flat bed pick up has so…
I am praying for a fruitful garden this year. Each year, I plant the seeds and pull the weeds, water the plants and watch them grow. But, the only thing I seem to grow well is tomatoes . I am not sure if the soil is too acidic or if it has too much nitrogen, …
I am praying for a fruitful garden this year. Each year, I plant the seeds and pull the weeds, water the plants and watch them grow. But, the only thing I seem to grow well is tomatoes. I am not sure if the soil is too acidic or if it has too much nitrogen, o…
