Hello, I’m Christina.
My journey as a mom has been one of adventure, trial, tears, and joy. I’m delighted to share a little of my story with you.
I want to serve you, friend! The journey of motherhood can be wearisome and trying. We come into this experience with expectations and hopes; some can be exceeded, and yet some are unmet.
When we add the adventure of homeschooling, we will find even more ups and downs. I’ve navigated both the journey and the adventure, and I’m learning many lessons along the way.
I hope to share some of the experiences and lessons I’ve learned in this blog with you.
Posts from the Blog
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Day 10 of 20 Days WEST; California
Our journey began with sunshine and clear skies. We had a sweet seven hour trip ahead, with the California coast as our prize! I will always remember Rimrock’s respite. The home was a solace and sweet resting spot for our family of five. A New State! Upon entering CA, the tollway was our first introduction…
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Day 9 of 20 Days WEST; Rimrock
Meeting People from Around the WORLD! One year and 1 month ago, we were in Arizona. Today, I visited a church in our community where missionaries from Papua New Guinea were presenting their work of translating the Bible into another language and ministering to the Kuman people. My daughter met their family last week at…
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What Encourages a Teenager?
I’ve been a mother of two teenagers for a full year now, and I’m learning as I go. Thankfully, my two teens are loving, patient, and intelligent. They are learning so much more than I did at the ages of 14 and 17, and they are far more engaged with their community, their church family,…
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Day 8 of 20 Days WEST; Hiking in Sedona
A Warm Morning Arizona was warm and dry each day of our summer travels. Day 8 would prove to be one of the warmest days yet (at least it felt that way)! We planned to hike a trail in Sedona. Fortunately, the librarians gave us some tips on where to go. Knowing it would be…
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Navigating High School in Our Homeschool: Year Three Already!
We are joyfully navigating our third year of High School in our Homeschool. The year has been fantastic so far with challenges, wins, growth, and lots of learning. I’ve noticed that the switch from Grade school to High school has been quite remarkable. Many days, I miss the leisurely feel of the day when all…
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Day 7 of 20 Days WEST
After six incredible days of travel, we took a break on Day 7! Today was Friday, and we spent this day sitting on the couch, watching movies all morning long. It felt really good to have this option and enjoy some down time. In the afternoon, the kids enjoyed games, puzzles, and more. Rimrock Coffee…
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Day 6 of 20 Days WEST: A Tour of GCU
Good morning! It’s another beautiful day out WEST. We’re in Arizona, and we’re ready to go to Phoenix. Today we visit Grand Canyon University! What is GCU or Grand Canyon University? Grand Canyon University is a Private Christian college in Pheonix, Arizona. If you’ve been to a homeschooling convention, you may have seen many college…
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Day 5 of 20 Days WEST; Visiting the Grand Canyon
The Day Begins Today, marks a special day. I would see a place I’ve always wanted to see. We woke early before the sunrise to have a moment together before the day began. A herd of deer came up from between the houses, and they were quite surprised to see us sipping coffee on the…
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Day 4 of 20 Days: Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona
Along the interstate through Arizona, the entrance to the Petrified Forest sits out-of-sight about 3 miles away. After passing the ranger booth onto the first curve, the sight of this smaller “grand canyon” astounded me with its beauty and colors. Visiting the Petrified Forest National Park The Painted Desert overlooks were spectacular! The park was…
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Day 3 of 20 Days Traveling WEST: New Mexico
Our journey West is one family dream that came true this year! We’ve dreamed of this opportunity for numerous years, and the time was right in 2024. A Trip in the Making Over the winter, we discussed potential stopping points and travel ideas. After our trip to MIAMI in 2022, we settled on San Diego…
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Day 2 of 20 Days Traveling WEST: Bass Pro Shops
We enjoyed our first stay in Saint James, and awoke the next morning ready to continue the journey. After some delicious cinnamon rolls for breakfast, we began our trip with a visit to Greentree Christian Church in Rolla. They started a Sunday morning service at 9:15am, and we greatly enjoyed the fellowship there. The Largest…
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20 Days Traveling WEST – Day 1
And we’re off! This is Day 1 of our 20-day adventure to the Western United States. Our first day began a bit cloudy, but the clear blue sky came out by the time we traveled up the Gateway Arch of St. Louis. The Itinerary Traveling WEST We did not create a detailed daily itinerary, but…
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Computers and Solutions: The Password Keeper
Computers have become a part of my everyday. Whether I’m checking a bank account balance, cropping a picture, or sending an e-mail, I’m accessing my laptop, desktop, or hand-held computer (a.k.a. Smart phone) daily. The amount of passwords we need in today’s tech world is incredible. And the changes happen too fast! I just tried…
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Celebrating Sweet 16
2024 is a very special year. The numbers 25, 20, and 16 mark distinct milestones in my journey. This past week, we celebrated my oldest son’s birthday together. It occurred on a Thursday in the middle of our very busy season. He already had a work shift on the schedule, our daughter had a basketball…
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Finding Mom Community: MOMCON Chicago 2023
Last September I went to MOMCON in Chicago, IL. It was a fantastic weekend filled with friendship, inspiration, swag, music, and FUN! Every year, MOPS holds an annual Leadership conference in the United States. Since this one was so close and the tickets were on sale months before, I took the opportunity to go. (Tickets…
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When Feelings of Loneliness Come
Recently, I’ve noticed a lot of discussion about loneliness. Do you ever feel alone? I’ve felt alone in my motherhood.my churchmy familymy marriagemy class in school Mama, you are not alone! Truth be told, there are times I covet moments alone, especially after demanding days, interruptions from the kids, and noise from my phone. “Mom!”…
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Date Night: Experiencing Van Gogh
A couple weeks ago, Tim surprised me with a special date night experience. We stepped into a museum exhibit, unsure of what to expect. We came away awed by the beauty, inspired by the story, and refreshed by both the artist’s craftmanship and the modern technical feat that was accomplished. We attended “Beyond Van Gogh;…
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How to Learn to Count to 100
How do you learn to count to 100? The answer is; Play with a timer. Yes, play is the answer. Play with a timer, and you may learn to count to 100. This is true for my youngest son. He learned how to count to 100 by playing with a timer. I bought a set…
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Wellness Day: A Fun Experience For High School Teens
Wellness day for Students & Staff This school year, our local High School hosted a new event called “Wellness Day.” Two days on the calendar are dedicated to the health and well-being of the students and staff. The goal is fun! Laughter, play-time, and just having fun offers a necessary release of both physical and…
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A Tribute to Grandma
Last December, I said goodbye to my Grandmother. I find such a peace in knowing that she loved Jesus and that she’s standing by His side right now, drawing breath, walking, smiling, and enjoying peace in heaven with Him. Knowing that has been such a rock through a really sad goodbye. I think this goodbye…
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Dancing in Marriage
Two years ago, Tim and I tried something new together; we took dancing lessons. On our way to A Weekend To Remember in Madison, WI, we stopped at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio for a free introductory lesson. We LOVED the experience! We learned the steps to the Rhumba, the Foxtrot, and the beginning of…
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Mom’s Night – An Evening of Inspiration
Tonight I attended a Mom’s Night hosted by my local homeschool association. The guest speaker was Rachael Carman, who is a seasoned homeschooler, author, and speaker. Her podcast, Real Refreshment is full of encouragement and inspiration. She has also released a Bible curriculum in the past year through Apologia called, The Word in Motion: Old…
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18 Lessons Learned in 18 Years of Marriage
This September Tim and I celebrated 18 years of marriage! I thought I would list 18 of the many lessons I’ve learned over our time as “one.” Some of these lessons took longer to learn than others, and I am still learning many of them. They are in no particular order of importance or time….
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Take a Walk
Today was a beautiful day! It’s starting to feel like the summer is truly over and the school year is in full swing. My daughter took a few breaks to enjoy the wind and sunshine as she usually does. After lunch, she came up to me wind-blown and excited and asked if we could all…
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Man of Action
So, how do our husbands fit into this whole homeschool thing? Some husbands are more involved in the family life than others. I’m not sure how your hubby handles life in the home, but I know my man. So, that is who I’ll talk about today. My husband’s name is Tim. Tim likes to make…
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My Homeschool Journey
It’s August once again! I’ve eagerly planned the curriculum and the schedule for our new school year ahead. We completed day 4 today, and I’m thankful all has gone well. My youngest is marking the days on the calendar with a heart. That’s a good sign that he’s enjoying his Kindergarten experience so far. I…
