Purposeful Parenting. Building Godly Character.
When you’re facing an emergency situation or self-isolation, it is vitally important that you are stocked up on non-perishable food and other supplies in case you’re not able to get assistance with having food brought to you. Many of us know this, but we are left wondering how to go about it. Stocking an emergency food pantry is not something… Read More
I believe that there are advantages of growing up in a large family! However, the fact that we have eight children is looked at as unusual by many people these days. My husband came from a family of 14 kids, and there were 5 in my family. For us, having a “large family” just seemed normal. Many folks are quick to… Read More
We have heard it many, many times: “You have EIGHT kids?! How do you afford it?” Others add comments about how they can’t afford the 2 or 3 they have. I’m going to share 8 tips for affording a large family that were helpful to us, as well as how we learned to trust God to provide. My husband and I… Read More
Is it possible to have a family that is big, and also happy? Many people don’t seem to think so. In fact, from comments I have heard about the size of our family, many parents don’t have a happy family with their two or three kids. In their words, the kids drive them crazy, and they can’t handle the ones they have. People ask… Read More
This is a “guest post”, written by my oldest daughter, Joy. I am not sharing this in an effort to brag on myself, or bring glory to me. Instead, I share it to bring encouragement to all the moms out there who work so hard, but like me, might be tired. Don’t give up! Stick with your calling – there… Read More
My name is Kathie, and I am glad you stopped by. I am a stay-at-home mom of 8 wonderful kids, and have been homeschooling for 31 years. I hope that my blog will be a blessing and encouragement to you! Read More…