Category Archives: Books

Use It Up, Wear It Out, Make It Do, Or Do Without

Posted on September 9, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, Many years ago, I wrote a section in my book The Real Life Home School Mom about saving money.  Here is a tiny excerpt: Whatever your expenses are, you can put your stewardship, diligence, wisdom, and creativity to … Continue reading →

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What I LIKE About Home Schooling (And NOT)

Posted on September 5, 2012 by virginiaknowles

A friend asked me the other night what I like about home schooling.To be honest, I was in a rather cynical and melancholy mood at that moment, and I think I replied something like, “I don’t always LIKE home schooling, … Continue reading →

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Curiosity Journal for June and July

Posted on July 26, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends,My cyber friend and fellow blogger, Ann Kroeker, writes a Curiosity Journal each Wednesday, chronicling her life in the categories of Reading, Learning, Playing, Reacting, Writing.  She has invited us to join her and link up, so here is mine, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Books, Curiosity Journal, Family Fun, Family Memories, Gender ~ Authority, Grace, Health, Home Schooling, Project 52, Stress ~ Difficulty | 2 Comments

"The Freedom to Be Candid" from Grace-Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel

Posted on July 26, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Dear friends, Ready for another installment in my Reflections on Grace-Based Parenting series? Today I am writing about the 9th chapter, “The Freedom to Be Candid,” but first I wanted to back up and give you an extra quote from … Continue reading →

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Fiesta and Siesta, Celebration and Rest

Posted on May 4, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Yellow Iris at Cranes Roost Last Friday night, my husband and I wanted to go out for a date night.  I looked on a friend’s blog and found that there would be a free blues concert at one of our … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Books, Grace, Joy, Legalism, Nature, Project 52, Stress ~ Difficulty, Weariness | 2 Comments

Busy, Dizzy and In a Tizzy: Christian Contemplation for Moms and Other Frazzled Folks

Posted on January 19, 2012 by virginiaknowles

Busy, Dizzy, and In a Tizzy: Christian Contemplation for Moms and Other Frazzled Folks Dear friends,  Are you “busy, dizzy, and in a tizzy”? Is your life whirling so fast that you don’t have a chance to sit and think, much … Continue reading →

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Friday Favorites: Recalibrating for the New Year

Posted on December 30, 2011 by virginiaknowles

Friday Favorites: Recalibrating for the New Year Dear friends, Two more days until the New Year! I don’t know about you, but I am exhausted from 2011.  It has been a year of very challenging transitions for my whole family.  Frankly, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Books, Food, Friday Favorites, Seasons of Life, Stress ~ Difficulty, Weariness, Web Links | 2 Comments

"A Significant Purpose" from Grace Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel

Posted on October 1, 2011 by virginiaknowles

“A Significant Purpose” Thanks for continuing to read my series on Grace Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel.  I’m really encouraged by the notes I’ve received in my inbox since I began it, including two very sweet ones from Dr. … Continue reading →

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“A Secure Love” from Grace Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel

Posted on September 22, 2011 by virginiaknowles

“A Secure Love” from Grace Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel Hello again!  Welcome back (or for the first time) to my series of reflections on the book  Grace Based Parenting: Set Your Family Free by Dr. Tim Kimmel.   “A … Continue reading →

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New Series Coming: Grace Based Parenting by Dr. Tim Kimmel

Posted on September 5, 2011 by virginiaknowles

Hello friends!In coming weeks, I’m going to be sharing what I’m gleaning from a book called Grace Based Parenting: Set Your Family Free by Dr. Tim Kimmel. (You can click on that title to see the book at Christian Book … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Child Discipline, Grace, Motherhood, Peacemaking, Reflections on Grace Based Parenting Book, Reviews, Stress ~ Difficulty, Virginia | 3 Comments