by Verina Goobie | Feb 2, 2017 | Blog
Many things are vying for our child’s attention and loyalty. Social media, electronic devices, extra-curricular activities and worldly pressures can drain our children’s time and distract them. Helping our children be grateful will help them be grounded. The benefits...
by Jane Hoogendam | Jan 26, 2017 | Blog
We have a community of unobtrusive and content mourning doves in our backyard. They are generally quiet other than their low coos, very plain looking next to the vibrant male cardinal, and generally very unobtrusive. I’ve never thought about them too much, other than...
by Verina Goobie | Dec 2, 2016 | Blog
Have you looked at your calendars lately? Christmas is coming! I absolutely love the Christmas holidays, just ask anyone in my family! I love the spirit, the decorations, the smells, time with family, and the time to focus on the most meaningful things. Our family has...
by Diane Geerlinks | Sep 8, 2016 | Blog, HELP AND HOPE for Struggling Learners
*This is PART 2 of a 4-part series “HELP AND HOPE for Struggling Students” The first few days of school are over. Routines have begun to take shape. Is your child ready to tackle this new school year? OR is he already feeling overwhelmed or discouraged? How does a...
by Diane Geerlinks | Sep 1, 2016 | Blog, HELP AND HOPE for Struggling Learners
*This is PART 1 of a 4-part series “HELP AND HOPE for Struggling Students” The ‘Back to School’ flurry is upon us! In a few days, schools will re-open, teachers will have their classrooms back in order, students will be ready with new backpacks and parents will be...
