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Amazing Grace
The definition of a whisper is “something spoken softly in order to hide information or maintain privacy.” Whispers come and go gently like the calm after a storm on the sea. The enemy is sly. He...
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Homeschool Curriculum
Today on Wisdom Wednesday, we are continuing our homeschooling series. The most frequent questions I am asked about homeschooling tend to center around homeschool curriculum. What is the best...
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From the Rising of the Sun – Thankfulness Thursday
Recently our family took a much-needed, well-deserved camping vacation at one of the breathtaking beaches in our beautiful state. On this Thankfulness Thursday, I am so grateful for the opportunity...
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SC Flood of Beauty – Motivational Monday
It’s hard to believe just a few weeks ago we were visiting this SC beach–walking along the shore, splashing, laughing, collecting shells, enjoying God’s creation: And in the blink of an eye so many...
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Whom Do We Follow?
It’s Motivational Monday and today I am motivated to ask the question: “Whom do you follow?” Whom do I follow? That’s a good question! Well, I guess it depends on what we are talking about. I have...
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Family Fondue Night – Tasteful Tuesday
We recently went on our last family camping vacation for the year. Camping is a retreat we indulge in often, so we have our customary list of foods and recipes that work well for camping. However, I...
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Swirling Priorities
Ever wake up after a full night’s sleep feeling like you never went to bed? The busyness of life can drain so much of our energy that we never seem to be able to catch up on sleep. There are days I...
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The Controversial Proverbs 31 Woman
Who wouldn’t want to be the Proverbs 31 Woman? I will tell you who–many women these days. They’ve fallen for satan’s lies. Unfortunately he and the world have completely distorted the truth...
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Buying Homeschool Curriculum
Having homeschooled for 13 years, our family has enjoyed many different types of homeschool curriculum. Over the years I’ve noticed my children enjoy literature based and hands on curricula more than...
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Fall Decorating on a Budget
Vivid colors, the rich, spicy scents, and pumpkin flavored everything… Fall is my very favorite season. Decorating is one of my treasured pastimes all year round. Unfortunately, I am on an extremely...
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Should Christians Boycott? Maybe So, Maybe No
It’s that time of year again. That time of year when everyone gets caught up in the avalanche of activities and shopping in celebration of Thanksgiving and Christmas. We sacrifice time, effort, and...
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Seven Tips for Surviving Homeschool Meltdowns
As a homeschool mom, nothing puts a damper on my day like a homeschool meltdown. You know what I talking about: tears, tantrums, frustrations. Those moments when you feel like you have to drag your...
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Thanksgiving the Trim Healthy Mama Way
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I love the colors, scents, and most of all the food. I have always had a traditional Thanksgiving with all the trimmings. This time last year I was feeling kinda...
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New Year, New Healthier You – Trim Healthy Mama Sale
I am not one to make New Year’s resolutions. Many times the resolutions are empty promises. I believe life should be a journey of walking with The Lord daily. We should allow Him to guide our...
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Christmas Break Activities
There are no words to describe how grateful I am that we are on our Christmas vacation. Don’t get me wrong–we love homeschooling, but we are in desperate need of a break! We start school much earlier...
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New Years Resolutions for Our Homeschool
New Years Resolutions for Our Homeschool #homeschool www.ruckusandrubies.com I cannot believe 2015 is coming to an end. It seems the homeschool years fly by faster and faster with each passing year....
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Gingerbread House Alternative
Building gingerbread houses is a favorite tradition at Christmas time. As you may know I have one child with gluten allergy, one with gluten sensitivity, and one with soy allergy. Most gingerbread...
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Encouragement for Your Monday
Well, folks, it’s a Monday. I don’t know about you, but I usually wake up on Monday morning feeling like I need another weekend. It was a busy one. I had a Saturday full of meetings, chores, and...
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Trim Healthy Mama Review
I began my Trim Healthy Mama journey in October of 2013. I purchased this life-changing book at that time not realizing the difference it was going to make in my life: If you are curious and...
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Clemson and Alabama – Why Both Teams are Winners and Why We are the Losers
I have to admit I didn’t watch the game between Clemson and Alabama. I had a lot going on so I was too busy to watch. I have various small projects and ventures working from home, so I was working on...
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