Monthly Archives: March 2012

Computers - friend or foe?

My son began work on a computer programming course a short time ago. Since school is not his favorite activity in life, I was excited to see his interest level rise! Then I got to thinking that when I was … Continue reading

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Directions to Follow... or Not

“Turn right,” the disembodied female voice intones. “Then, take the highway.” So we turn right and take the highway. No, we aren’t the Jetson family but we have come to rely on the GPS receiver mounted on the dashboard, especially when we … Continue reading

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Missionaries, Death, and Children

As I read through my Other Posts of Note today, three ideas came together: Abortion, The Hunger Games, and the blessing of children. One of the horrors of The Hunger Games--which I have not read, but I did see the … Continue reading

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Sonlight's 2012 Catalog Available Now

If you haven't heard already, you can check out Sonlight's 2012 Catalog in digital format right now! Just remember: If you have an iThing that does not run Flash, you will want to download the .pdf version. Also, we've released … Continue reading

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A Mess

I have been thinking about how I need to continue to let go of the desire for the appearance of perfection in my life. While I have no desire to spend the time (or money) it takes to put on … Continue reading

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The Best Students: On Lectures and Learning

I was one of the really good students in school. I paid attention. I wasn't disruptive (much). I answered and asked questions. I turned in my homework. I tested just fine. I also sat in the front when I wasn't … Continue reading

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Spring Science!

Second only to autumn, spring is my most favorite time of year. Everything is new, fresh, and smells so good (yes, even what the farmer is spreading down the road)! Spring is coming early here in the northeast this year. … Continue reading

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