First Month Reached
Today marks a full month since we began our journey. We have had our ups and downs and at times wondered if it was worth it, but God reminds us at those low points that we have a goal and with His help we can reach it. If someone has told you eating healthy is cheaper, don’t believe it!!! It …
March 5, 2017 Sunday at 3:35 pm
God Calls in Different Ways
This is my first post about what it is like to be the mother of a teen missionary. I will never forget the day that I heard the words come from our 15 yr old daughter, “Mother I know what I want to do!” We were at the annual SHEM convention for homeschoolers and I was sitting at our booth. …
March 3, 2017 Friday at 4:14 pm
Beginning 4 Weeks
Wow, where does time fly to? Today begins our 4th week on this new journey! Has it been worth it, YES! Besides, seeing some pounds already coming off, my blood pressure is starting to stay leveled out. Thank the Lord!! This was one of the reasons we started the program and thankfully I didn’t have to go on any medications …
February 26, 2017 Sunday at 10:37 am
Week 3
Wow, can it be that it is already the beginning of week 3! Some may wonder if it is easy, NO, you want things that you can’t have. Besides, this past week was Valentine’s Day and I wanted chocolate and it was the first time I didn’t make Michael’s special valentine. We take it one day at a time and …
February 19, 2017 Sunday at 3:30 pm
Beginning A New Week
It has been exactly a full week since we went on the program. The first 2 days, Friday and Saturday were binge days and the Sunday began our real eating for the next few weeks. Weekends usually is our day for bigger breakfast since Michael is home. This morning we decided to do something different and we tried panfakes with …
February 12, 2017 Sunday at 5:42 pm
A Week!
It has been a week since we started on this journey. There has been upsetting and downs but we are still going. One thing that has been hard is giving up on things that I have enjoyed cooking and eating over the years. The hardest thing is seeing the different recipes come over Facebook. So if you don’t see me …
February 10, 2017 Friday at 8:18 pm
Day 6 is here!
In some ways this first week is flying by and in other ways it is dragging. But so far we are on track. When someone tells you that you can’t fill up on veggies, don’t believe them! We are allowed 2 servings of certain fruits, at least 4 cups of veggies (more if possible) and for most 8 oz of …
February 8, 2017 Wednesday at 9:56 am
We have started!
We have finally started our journey to get our health back! It won’t be easy, but with God’s help we will be able to win this battle. Day 1 and 2 we ate big so that our system was ready for the fight. Today, Friday and Saturday we made sure that we had food ready to go. Of course, we …
February 5, 2017 Sunday at 5:32 pm
A New Beginning
Those that have followed my posts know that the past several years have been challenging ones. With our youngest sons problems and then my mother diagnosed with ALS, life became more challenging. On December 15, 2016, Mother completed her earthly journey and went to be with Jesus. Two days before she left us, we watched her see Jesus and angels …
February 5, 2017 Sunday at 5:06 pm
Math Mammoth Review
This is a terrific math product for grades 1-7. The worksheets are cute, colorful and fun. You can either get them downloadable and or on CD. As a mother that has a special needs child I have really fallen in love with this setup because it has short lessons, are fun and if the child doesn’t pick it up immediately …
June 23, 2015 Tuesday at 4:53 pm
Review of Sightwords.com
This is an awesome website! All students would benefit from this, but especially the special needs children that struggle with putting sounds together and making words. I have been using this with my own special needs son lately and LOVE it!!! Why? They have put together words for Pre-k through 3rd grade. There is a page with all the words …
April 28, 2015 Tuesday at 7:23 pm
The Coral Island: A Tale of the Pacific Ocean
This audiobook is about 3 Christian boys that are shipwrecked in the South Pacific on The Coral Island. You will find yourself going through the hardships of these young men as the battle what comes against them. You will rejoice during the triumphs, too. Does God desert them? Will they parish? Jim Hodges makes the story come alive. This audiobook …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:17 pm
True to the Old Flag: A Tale of the American War of Independence Review
Wanting to make the American Revolutionary War come alive for your children and you? This audiobook by G. A. Henty that is ready by Jim Hodges will do just that. You will find yourself right in the battle with those fighting for independence. You will find yourself wondering if anyone will make it out alive from the indian raids, what …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:16 pm
Ten Great Adventures Review
This audiobook is one of three book that Jim Hodges has done by Amy Puetz. Amy is a homeschool graduate and author and I love reading her works but with her writing and hearing Jim Hodges read them, the book takes on a whole new outlook. This audiobook has almost 10 hours worth on it. This audiobook has 10 adventures …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:15 pm
Ten Girls from History Review
This audiobook is one of three book that Jim Hodges has done by Amy Puetz. Amy is a homeschool graduate and author and I love reading her works but with her writing and hearing Jim Hodges read them, the book takes on a whole new outlook. This audiobook has 9 hours worth on it. As the title says it is …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:15 pm
God’s Might Hand: Providential Occurrences in World History Review
This audiobook is stories that Richard “Little Bear” Wheeler compiled of impossible triumphs despite a losing battle. You will be emotionally drawn into the stories. You will find that you feel the pain of those that are being persecuted and then rejoice when God sees them through to their victory. Jim Hodges voice isn’t just another person reading the book …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:14 pm
Frontier Fighters! Review
This audiobook is read by Jim Hodges and is from the Old Time Radio Shows Series. Looking for something to help your children to understand the “Old West Frontier Fighters”? There over 9 hours worth of reading on this mp3 format CD or downloadable from his site. Some of the ones you will learn about is Lewis and Clark, Kit …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:13 pm
Stories of the Pilgrims Audiobook Review
This audiobook is in mp3 format only and is part of the Yesterday’s Classics Series. We downloaded it to one of our mp3’s and hooked the player to our car radio and listened to it on a trip. It is just over 4 hours of listening. You will start with the story at the Scrooby Inn and follow the Pilgrims …
February 8, 2015 Sunday at 9:12 pm
20th Anniversary Trip
Where have the years gone to!? We have saved all year long for this awesome trip and it is finally here! Monday we will be heading out for LeClaire, IA. We will be going on the Twilight Cruise from LeClaire, IA to Dubuque, IA. We will be spending the night in Dubuque, IA and then return to LeClaire, IA on …
May 24, 2014 Saturday at 7:49 pm
Milton first book!
We were over joyed last night when Milton read for the first time!! It has come with a lot of work but it is so exciting to see what God has in store. Click on the link below for a movie of him reading. It will take a bit to upload the full thing. Milton first reading apr 24 2014
April 25, 2014 Friday at 12:02 pm
