Homemade Thoughts

We are now in our second year of our "new normal" lifestyle-- homeschooling. I was excited about embarking on this adventure because I was seeing some heart issues in my kids that I felt I needed to deal with and I needed more time with them to be able to do it. Then...I saw my own heart issues that I need to also deal with. I realize that I am the first one who needed to be homeschooled--first, home-schooled in the Lord, daily , as I see that apart from Him I am nothing, I cannot do anything of lasting value in my kids' lives. Second, home-schooled as I learn to relate to each of my kids here at home, being a visible example to them of how I spend my time (yes, one of the reasons I had to deactivate our Facebook account), and just enjoying this season of my life as a stay-at-home wife and Mama. I am thankful I am "homeschooled". I am thankful for God's grace poured upon my husband and me as we homeschool these three precious ones entrusted to us.~ Pam

Nathan turned 4 yesterday,hooray! We had a truly homemade birthday.Brother Dan and I made the cake and he finished the decorations with Sweet Tea while Nate stuck his candles in there. Dan and Sweet Tea made a birthday banner in which Nate added his own creativity. Then to add to the homemade fun,we invited our neighbors over for a surprise party. Nate was just brimming with joy when the doorbell would ring and our guests trickled in. And he loved being sung the Happy Birthday song and blowing his candles over and over again! After playing with his new swords (Wal-mart made,though)with his friends,we went to attend Gather and Pray at our church.It was a great day for this birthday boy. Happy Birthday little Nate ! We love you!

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