Foods 
When you think of healthy eating, the picture of sweet, delicious pancakes with cinnamon apples may not be the first thing that comes to mind. While eating fresh raw fruits and vegetables is crucial to a healthy diet, there are some surprising benefits to indulging in such a delicious treat. Looking for more gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on. Healthy Mindset There are some who seem to effortlessly maintain a gluten free, healthy diet. I am not one of those people. It takes great effort on my part to make the commitment and to ...Read More
My Wife is a World-Changer (or, Why Homemaking Isn’t for Sissies)
My wife is an amazing wife, mother, homeschool teacher, and homemaker—but there are days I can tell she feels a bit cooped up. She's a bright, creative woman with many ambitions, and I know there are days she feels like she could go for some more intelligent conversation beyond teaching ABCs, wiping noses, and breaking up fights over somebody "touching" someone else. Every now and then she needs to be reminded—all homemaking women need to be reminded—that she is a world-changer. Homemaking isn't for sissies. That One Sexist Passage... It's in the middle of one of those sexist-sounding Bible passages that gives ...Read More
Homeschooling FREE Autumn Spelling and Coloring Pack
Fall weather has rolled in and my kids are loving the outside time. They love being able to play outside without sweating to death or the sun beating down on them which ultimately sends them inside for relief. While I use formal Spelling curriculum in their younger years, sometimes it's nice to break our routine and do some seasonal spelling practice. It helps break the monotony of our studies and allows us to do a fun Fall/Autumn unit when we want/need a change of pace. So this year I created some fun Autumn spelling and coloring printables you can use throughout the season. This pack is full of learning ...Read More
Christians, Stop Protecting Your Kids From Sex
Ever since we published our book, The Talk: 7 Lessons to Introduce Your Child to Biblical Sexuality (which is a biology-meets-the-Bible book for parents to read aloud with their kids), we've been privileged to talk with parents all over the world about giving kids a godly sexual education. For the most part, the conversations are really enjoyable. Then there are the other conversations. Does Sexual Information Rob Kids of "Innocence"? The words are a little different every time, but the rhetoric often sounds something like this... Why on Earth would you talk to your kids about sex? Kids don't even have sex—or at ...Read More
Grain-Free Sausage and Cheese Biscuits
This Grain Free Sausage And Cheese Biscuits recipe has been super helpful for our home lately. Breakfast-time at our home can be a little bit chaotic...for daddy. You see, since I got sick with Lyme disease, I've spent mornings catching up on extra sleep while my husband so sweetly cares for the kids. He gets them fed and dressed before waking me up and taking off for work. We try to focus on protein-packed breakfasts that will help keep the kids full and fuel their brains for the morning. My hubby is a good sport, and doesn't complain that I don't stock the house with convenient breakfast foods like pop-tarts and ...Read More
Spinach Scrambled Eggs Served Over Fresh Tomatoes
Spinach scrambled eggs might not sound like an ideal breakfast for some. Not everyone is used to veggies for breakfast. But I promise, it's worth a try-- it really is so good and so good for you! As a busy homeschool mom, it is easy for me to just get up and start running without thinking twice about breakfast. But when I make bad breakfast choices, I can really feel it throughout the day. I start getting sluggish and lack mental clarity. Because of this, I've started trying to be a little bit more intentional about what I'm eating for breakfast. When I carefully choose our breakfast, I notice a difference in my ...Read More
Treating Lyme Disease Holistically: 6 Months Later
6 months later, here's my journey into treating Lyme disease holistically... "So, how are you feeling overall?" my doctor inquired. "Depends on the day." I smirked, "Maybe about 15-20% better overall though." "Good. That's exactly where I'd expect you to be." 15-20% better is where I should be? That was both encouraging and discouraging news all at the same time. I was encouraged that my body was responding appropriately to treatment. But I was discouraged because I was ready to 100% better yesterday. If you have Lyme, I'm sure you can relate. I've actually had two appointments since I last ...Read More
Gluten-Free Mini Breakfast Pizzas
On busy mornings, breakfast often drops in priority. Instead of filling up your kiddos with a nutritious breakfast (like these gluten-free mini breakfast pizzas!), you might turn to an easy, no-prep breakfast like toast or cereal. While these may stave their hunger for the moment, they aren't the best for helping your kid's brains and bodies be ready for the day. So, although it may take more effort to make something for your kids (or have them make it themselves), it really is the best thing for them. Today, I'm going to share with you a recipe that has swiftly become a breakfast favorite in our home. They are ...Read More
