by Laura Seeber | Oct 1, 2015 | Culture, Family Life, Parenting
September is coming to a close — and pumpkins, chilly breezes, warmer coats, hayrides and vibrant leaves are starting to dot the landscape. If the calendar didn’t tell us with the coming of the equinox a few weeks ago, the season itself has certainly made itself...
by Donna Vail | Sep 22, 2015 | Culture, Education, Family Life, Homeschool, Homeschool, Parenting
When we are homeschooling, it can at times seem like we don’t have enough space or a place for all our stuff as we squeeze life in between all the books, papers, art supplies, projects, kits… not to mention all that our children bring in from outside....
by Christine Tarlecki | Aug 4, 2015 | Family Life, Farmer's Market, Food, Inspiration, Marietta, Parenting, Recipes, Things to do in Marietta
Summer isn’t over yet, and we still have a good three or four weeks until school starts, plus a whole month of glorious warmth in September. Here are 21 things to do before summer is over! At your local CSA or farmer’s market, grab as many bruised tomatoes and...
by Laura Seeber | Jul 31, 2015 | Culture
Sometimes you just want something warm and soothing for an evening meal. Something that tastes rich and creamy, and homemade. But honestly, who has time to slave over a hot stove, especially in the summertime? Don’t worry — I’ve got just the ticket....
by Laura Seeber | Jul 14, 2015 | Culture
You see them every day, wearing those bright vests and standing next to their master, helping them, guiding them through life. Guide and service animals — which are not always dogs, by the way — are used to help their human companions live a fulfilling and vibrant...
by Donna Vail | Jul 14, 2015 | Education, Homeschool, Homeschool, Inspiration, Parenting, Uncategorized
Whether it’s our children or ourselves learning a new subject, habit or a new skill, the effectiveness will increase once you put the book down and apply your knowledge. Anytime you or your children are learning, a new skill is developed by putting the newly...