Kerry, at A Ten O'Clock Scholar is hosting Anglican Advent Traditions Carnival 2008. Stop by and take a look!
Friday, November 28, 2008
Anglican Advent Traditions Carnival 2008 is Up!
Kerry, at A Ten O'Clock Scholar is hosting Anglican Advent Traditions Carnival 2008. Stop by and take a look!
Thursday, November 27, 2008
The Archbishop of Canterbury on Advent
The first Sunday in Advent is almost here! Here is Rowen Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury in a moving presentation on the meaning of Advent for Christians:
H/T BabyBlue and Ruth Gledhill
H/T BabyBlue and Ruth Gledhill
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Pre-Advent Prayer
From Cotton Country Anglican
May this Advent bring forth a season of renewal and refreshment for all of our souls.
May this Advent bring the beginning of a new space within the Anglican vineyard where orthodox Anglican Episcopalians who find themselves no longer able to joyously practice the faith delivered once to the saints for all within the structure of The Episcopal Church (USA) can find rest and peace.
May this Advent also bring peace and rest to Anglican Episcopalians that believe they have received a new understanding of God's plan for his earthly kingdom and who currently lead the Anglican province known as The Episcopal Church (USA). May they be content to practice the faith as they perceive it within the existing structure of The Episcopal Church (USA) independently from their orthodox Anglican brothers and sisters and may they focus on "heavenly things" and not seek to retain unto themselves the properties, buildings, furnishings, monies and other "earthly things" with which their orthodox brothers and sisters have practiced their faith to the glory of Almighty God.
May this Advent bring an understanding to all Anglicans, and to all Christians, that only in God's time will his true plan be revealed to us in a universal sense, and that until such time as God chooses to fully and universally reveal his plan, that we strive to give each other such space as is necessary to enable each of our brothers and sisters to fulfill Christ's commanded mission to his church: to make disciples of men and to strive for unity in our worship of our Triune God.
As we approach Advent 2008, let us joyfully entreat: Come Lord Jesus, Come!
Amen.
May this Advent bring forth a season of renewal and refreshment for all of our souls.
May this Advent bring the beginning of a new space within the Anglican vineyard where orthodox Anglican Episcopalians who find themselves no longer able to joyously practice the faith delivered once to the saints for all within the structure of The Episcopal Church (USA) can find rest and peace.
May this Advent also bring peace and rest to Anglican Episcopalians that believe they have received a new understanding of God's plan for his earthly kingdom and who currently lead the Anglican province known as The Episcopal Church (USA). May they be content to practice the faith as they perceive it within the existing structure of The Episcopal Church (USA) independently from their orthodox Anglican brothers and sisters and may they focus on "heavenly things" and not seek to retain unto themselves the properties, buildings, furnishings, monies and other "earthly things" with which their orthodox brothers and sisters have practiced their faith to the glory of Almighty God.
May this Advent bring an understanding to all Anglicans, and to all Christians, that only in God's time will his true plan be revealed to us in a universal sense, and that until such time as God chooses to fully and universally reveal his plan, that we strive to give each other such space as is necessary to enable each of our brothers and sisters to fulfill Christ's commanded mission to his church: to make disciples of men and to strive for unity in our worship of our Triune God.
As we approach Advent 2008, let us joyfully entreat: Come Lord Jesus, Come!
Amen.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Deacon Daddy
In a magnificent service, hubby was ordained to the Transitional Deaconate. The girls now call him Deacon Daddy. In a few short months and God willing, he will be Father Daddy!
Sunday, August 10, 2008
A First!
Kerry, at A Ten O’Clock Scholar, a fellow Anglican and homeschooling mom has honored me with my very first blog award! Please stop by and visit her blog. She is a gifted blogger!
The rules that go with this award:
Put the logo on your blog
Link to the person you received your award from
Nominate at least 7 other blogs
Put links to those blogs on your site
Leave messages on the blogs you’ve nominated
I would like to bless some of my Swappie friends with this award:
You will find my cybertwin, Amy, at A Redeemed Sheep. Amy is another homeschooling mom who writes about life, her family and her love for the Lord.
Marilyn, at A Mixed Bouquet, another homeschooling mom, blogs about life on the farm and her family. She is raising a son with special needs and is always an inspiration. She also has a recipe blog.
Laurie, at For Heaven’s Sake, homeschools her son with Down syndrome. Nevin is older than my R and I’ve watched him grow from a boy to a young man. She has freely shared her journey over at The Swap for many years and I have learned so much from her.
Renna, at Finding My Knitch, is a retired Swappie mama – her children have grown up and graduated. Renna blogs about all the things I am going to enjoy when I retire – hobbies, nature, food and, of course, family life!
Kelly, at Grey-Haired Geek, is another homeschooling mom and fellow Swappie. She has an adorable young son with Down syndrome and has written a beautiful poem you must read about life with Joshua!
I would also like to bless a new friend and gifted writer, Karen, at Top Shelf Ink. If you visit her blog you will see her beautiful Anglican prayer beads (which she made all by herself) and a post on contemplative prayer! I treasure our discussions and owe her a note!
Barbara Frank is a veteran homeschooler and homeschooling author. She has a new book out - The Imperfect Homeschooler's Guide to Homeschooling. Barbara also homeschools her son with Down syndrome. I hope to get to visit her in real life soon!
And last, but not least, another fellow homeschooling mom, Mrs. Darling, blogs at Dishpan Dribble. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy her beautiful blog and many insights. She also has several other blogs that can be found here, here and here
Again, many thanks Kerry!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
The Benefits of Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs
I guess I might be considered a veteran homeschooling mom by now - my girls are 13 and 16 y.o. and have been homeschooled for their entire lives. I have had the added blessing of homeschooling my daughter with special needs so I thought I would share with you my list of the benefits of homeschooling a child with special needs:
• The child with special needs can receive the one-on-one teaching that will enable them to grow academically. This cannot be matched in the public school setting.
• The program designed for them by the person who knows their needs intimately. Your home program will best suit their individual needs. You can create a balanced program that does not sacrifice academic skills for life skills.
• The child can learn at his/her own pace to allow their needs to be met properly. Concepts can be taught with the repetition necessary for mastery using a wide variety of materials ensuring success appropriate to the child's needs and developmental age.
• The child will have the opportunity for successful learning experiences that will motivate them to develop persistence in learning difficult concepts.
• The child learns academic and functional life skills in the best of all venues - real life. Fractions are important when it comes time to share a pizza!
• The child with special needs can learn where they are safe from peer ridicule. Many children with special needs are the object of peer ridicule because of processing difficulties, difficulty expressing themselves, physical impairments or cognitive challenges. They can make mistakes where it is safe to do so – their own home.
• The parent can pick and choose social opportunities. Homeschooled children are not limited to socializing with only their peers. They tend to socialize with children and adults of all ages for a wide variety of experiences. Homeschooled children are less affected by peer pressure.
• Character development and behavior issues can be dealt with by providing an environment where limits and consequences are consistently enforced. Homeschooling can offer atmosphere where the choices and consequences are articulated as necessary to make the best choice available and wrong choices can be discussed and dealt with consistently.
• The spiritual needs of children with special needs can be met best in our own homes where they will be exposed to the love and word of God. In a world where many of our children seen as "disposable" and somehow less worthy (especially children with Down syndrome), they need to know that God has a plan for them and loves them unconditionally. God does not make mistakes! "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. Praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Psalm 139:13-14, NIV.
• The health benefits are tremendous. Children exposed to Early Intervention in group settings and the public school system are constantly exposed to every viral/bacterial illness present in the community. Homeschooled children with special needs can avoid many of these common illnesses until they are older and better able to tolerate them.
© 2008
• The child with special needs can receive the one-on-one teaching that will enable them to grow academically. This cannot be matched in the public school setting.
• The program designed for them by the person who knows their needs intimately. Your home program will best suit their individual needs. You can create a balanced program that does not sacrifice academic skills for life skills.
• The child can learn at his/her own pace to allow their needs to be met properly. Concepts can be taught with the repetition necessary for mastery using a wide variety of materials ensuring success appropriate to the child's needs and developmental age.
• The child will have the opportunity for successful learning experiences that will motivate them to develop persistence in learning difficult concepts.
• The child learns academic and functional life skills in the best of all venues - real life. Fractions are important when it comes time to share a pizza!
• The child with special needs can learn where they are safe from peer ridicule. Many children with special needs are the object of peer ridicule because of processing difficulties, difficulty expressing themselves, physical impairments or cognitive challenges. They can make mistakes where it is safe to do so – their own home.
• The parent can pick and choose social opportunities. Homeschooled children are not limited to socializing with only their peers. They tend to socialize with children and adults of all ages for a wide variety of experiences. Homeschooled children are less affected by peer pressure.
• Character development and behavior issues can be dealt with by providing an environment where limits and consequences are consistently enforced. Homeschooling can offer atmosphere where the choices and consequences are articulated as necessary to make the best choice available and wrong choices can be discussed and dealt with consistently.
• The spiritual needs of children with special needs can be met best in our own homes where they will be exposed to the love and word of God. In a world where many of our children seen as "disposable" and somehow less worthy (especially children with Down syndrome), they need to know that God has a plan for them and loves them unconditionally. God does not make mistakes! "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. Praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Psalm 139:13-14, NIV.
• The health benefits are tremendous. Children exposed to Early Intervention in group settings and the public school system are constantly exposed to every viral/bacterial illness present in the community. Homeschooled children with special needs can avoid many of these common illnesses until they are older and better able to tolerate them.
© 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Will My Hubby Agree?
I laughed out loud when I saw my score!
Perhaps more is expected in 2008...
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Perhaps more is expected in 2008...
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
The Perfect Day
Through the eyes of Miss R. Her older sister is away at yet another camp (more of a conference) and R is lonely and sad without her big sis and in need of a little fun.
We started our day out with lunch at R's favorite restaurant, The Flat Top Grill. It is a yummy stir-fry rice/pasta bar that serves a delicious round flatbread called roti prata.
Then off to WalMart - her favorite shopping destination :-)
She purchased a much loved movie and was VERY excited.
Then off to the pool!
We are house sitting a home with a pool - what a sweet deal for R who is a fish in the water. She is working hard to perfect the butterfly stroke this summer. I love to watch her swim - so graceful in the water!
We started our day out with lunch at R's favorite restaurant, The Flat Top Grill. It is a yummy stir-fry rice/pasta bar that serves a delicious round flatbread called roti prata.
Then off to WalMart - her favorite shopping destination :-)
She purchased a much loved movie and was VERY excited.
Then off to the pool!
We are house sitting a home with a pool - what a sweet deal for R who is a fish in the water. She is working hard to perfect the butterfly stroke this summer. I love to watch her swim - so graceful in the water!
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