Monthly Archives: June 2008

We're Here to Help

I just read an amazing post that made me tear up. Absolutely amazing. A very good reminder that we are not perfect, but there's a reason that's okay. But I sensed a different theme today since Kristen has already covered … Continue reading

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Unfettered Anarchy or Equilibrium?

When I see something that is wrong it really bothers me. And so I am not always as gracious as I should be when dealing with situations. That's a "growth area" for me. And so, for me, this whole debate … Continue reading

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Add Your Child as a Friend

This blog has been in flux. That's not surprising since I just started it last week. (Sorry to all of you who tried to access the blog last week while we were fighting with the URL and ISP.) The latest … Continue reading

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The Value and the Cost

I got a call yesterday from our adoption agency with news that since most people in Kyrgyzstan think all Americans are movie stars and have millions of dollars, we would not be eligible for any kind of discounts if we … Continue reading

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Parent 150 Kids a Day

Melanie Hubbard, a public school teacher who used to teach at the collegiate level, has an amazing article on the failures of the public school system. The article is well worth at least skimming for the details that interest you. … Continue reading

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Is Public School Really Failing?

Yesterday I said that the reason the public school system is failing is due to its need to not just educate but also parent (i.e. care for and instill values in) the youth who attend. But is the public school … Continue reading

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Parents or Professionals?

Today sounds like a very important day for homeschoolers in Germany. And what comes out of the trial may be an indication of a larger, world-wide move against homeschooling. Then again, it may not. But the central questions apply to … Continue reading

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