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Dear Parent, From a Teacher: Cell Phones Are a Huge Problem in Schools
"Hey," I say as I lean toward a student in the front row, "Phones are not allowed in class, remember? Please put yours away."
"Hold on a sec," the student replies energetically, "I’m about to...
Reminder, Moms: Back to School Can Be a Little Messy
Now that we are a few weeks into the start of school, how's it going? If you answered, eh, well... then here are some thoughts and tips on how to make things a little...
Trusting Your Instincts
Motherhood is ambiguous; a multi-faceted journey that is not a one-size-fits-all. It’s overwhelming and all-consuming in the best way possible. Whether motherhood is something you dreamed of your entire life, something you thought would...
How To Foster Healthy, Loving Relationships
We all need someone in a relationship whose words speak life into us; someone whose praise outweighs their complaints. Healthy relationships are ones that encourage us in defeat, align with us in injustice, comforts...
Suffering in Silence: The Uphill Battle of Infertility
For a moment, take a long, hard look at your kids. Think about how much you love them and how you would do anything for them.
Now imagine you had to pay hundreds of...
Life Lessons From Summer Shark Tooth Hunting
There are many random things that we may have had on our summer bucket lists.
I have always wanted to find a shark’s tooth (a fossil... not a tooth inside of a living shark). So,...
Does She Have Her ‘Supplies’?
We focus on making sure our kids have all of the right supplies for school:
Binders: CHECK!
Pencils: CHECK!
Lined paper: CHECK!
But do they have "supplies"? *wink, wink* The essentials that every budding young lady needs on...
The Great Family Road Trip: Out West
Our goal when we travel with our children is to give them a memory-making unforgettable experience, exposure to new things, and a way to approach life in a responsible and appreciative way. That being...
The Best Way to Experience Joy: Be Present
Life is full. Good, but full. Days are long, time feels fleeting. It’s a great gift that the life I lead allows me to grow from people, just as much as I help them...
The Classical Education Difference with Jacksonville Classical Academy
What is classical education, and what does it mean for your child? Simply put, classical education is Traditional-American education with a focus on moral virtue.
At the time of our nation’s founding, classical education was...
Tread Carefully: Tips for Mindful Parenting
If you are a parent, you have probably found yourself in moments of frustration, where the sound of your own voice becomes suddenly unpleasant, even to you. Moments where what could have been teaching,...
Live Like a Local: Summer Fun on the St. Johns River
Are you ready to #ExploreTheStJohns this summer? For the big kids who are out for summer, the toddlers who always need a new activity, and the moms who just need to get outside and...