Christmas is a wonderful time of the year to create some memorable traditions for your family. Dr. Dobson says: ‘The great value of traditions comes as they give a family a sense of identity, ‘belongingness’. All of us desperately need to feel that we’re not just a cluster of people living together in a house, but we’re … Read more
I think traditions are so important for families! They give families a way to feel like a team, to work together, and to do or create something that they can be proud of. My family has some traditions that we all do together, but we also try to have some traditions that are between mother … Read more
The internet abounds with lovely ideas for making Christmas happier, brighter, and more meaningful. The Crew blogs are no exception! From fun crafts and homemade gifts, to recipes and decorating tips, to inspiring ideas for your homeschool, our wonderful bloggers are writing articles that will at once encourage, inspire, and spur on your own creativity! … Read more
I can still remember a day when my oldest daughter was around four-years-old and we asked her what Christmas was all about. We expected her to say “Jesus”, and instead she said “Presents!” Up until that moment, we thought we had been doing a pretty good job of keeping the focus on Christ. That … Read more
1. Wear gloves. Artificial or Real tree…both can really scratch up your hands. 2. Fluff the greenery. Your poor tree has been crammed in a box for the last 11 months…give it new life by spreading out the branches so it looks full. 3. Use a paper towel holder to hold your lights. I don’t … Read more