Thrift Schooling

  Have you ever introduced a new hobby to your child only to be pleasantly surprised that she/he fell in love with it from the get-go? Well,  Code Rocket  by Let's Start Coding was that pleasant surprise for me with my eleven-year-old daughter, and for that I am thankful! We are no strangers to coding in our home. My teenaged sons have built their own computers from scratch, installed Linux on them to try to ensure a little more privacy in the home, and are currently taking a coding course with the intent to navigate the Internet and tech in general in a safer, more private manner. That said, I never in a million years thought that my daughter would share the same interest, and she didn't until I introduced her to  Code Rocket .  She was hesitant at first but quickly realized that this is exactly what she needed in her life! Seriously. She has given up many of her hobbies that she now considers childish and is trying to figure out what she enjoys. She loves to r...

  This next film in the God’s Not Dead franchise is an inspiring, must-see movie for everyone, especially those in the homeschooling community. The issues we face as homeschoolers are real and we need to be aware of what is happening in our nation and what could be in our future. As of now, homeschooling is legal in all fifty states of America. Even though it is legal, some states have stricter requirements than others. While watching the film, my husband was shocked that the homeschooling mom let a woman come in and observe her homeschool. I reminded him that in certain states, that is the norm, it is actually required. The state we currently live in has two main ways to file for homeschooling. One is Notice of Intent and the other is Religious Exemption. Many parents are nervous to file for Religious Exemption because of horror stories in the past.  Twenty years ago, if you wanted to file for a Religious Exemption, you had to be prepared to go to court and convince the judge...

Ten years ago this fall, Courageous opened in theaters across the world. Filled with heart-pounding action, laugh-out-loud humor, and powerful inspiration, Courageous has entertained and impacted families across the globe for the past decade. Now, from the Kendrick Brothers, creators of the No. 1 box-office movie War Room and Overcomer, comes Courageous Legacy , the remastered, special-edition release for a new generation. This updated version of the film includes an enhanced look and sound along with impact stories, new scenes, and a new bonus ending you don’t want to miss! Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and spread the word. It’s time to head back to the theaters! IN THEATERS NATIONWIDE SEPTEMBER 24, 2021                           Here are Five Reasons to See Courageous Legacy in Theaters this Fall 5. Because You Can : Remember 2020? When you couldn't go to the theaters? Now they have opened back ...

  With eye-catching art, fascinating stories and facts, Bible verses and prayers, and simple action steps, this 90-day devotional will help your kids approach both fun moments and tough times with their hearts set on God's faithfulness. Roar Like a Lion covers highly relevant topics such as: Facing fears about school and friendships, dealing with peer pressure and bullying, handling new challenges, disappointments, and grief, and having the courage to try something new.  Understanding how we each fit into God's great story is important to teach our children and this devotional does just that! The theme of this book is enticing. The lion. As a homeschooling mom I love the educational value of this book because it provides informative, thoughtful. and well-researched information along with practical ways to live out the Scriptures. This devotional is full of quality content each and every day, you and your kids are going to finish it wanting more! Nobody should ever have t...

In the words of Ronald Reagan, “Freedom is a fragile thing.” Individual freedoms and liberties are at the center of this passionate and emotional story, and it runs from the heart of the country to the corridors of Washington. Who will decide what a child needs to know for generations to come? Will God be left behind? Watch the God's Not Dead trailer  now! Finally, a movie that addresses the reality of homeschooling and the threats coming our way when it comes to the freedoms that we have as homeschoolers. I am so excited that this movie is homeschool-themed and I cannot wait to see this film! 

Show Me the Father  is the first documentary from the Kendrick Brothers (Overcomer, Flywheel, War Room, Fireproof).  Whatever you do, do not be turned off by the fact that it is a documentary. I was hesitant at first, too. This is not comparable to any documentary that you have ever seen. I promise. It is truly inspired by the movement of our Father God in the lives of men, women, and children throughout the world today. This film shares powerful true stories and wisdom from fathers such as Jim Daly of Focus on the Family, Sherman Smith, Stephen Kendrick, and Dr. Tony Evans. Highlighting the fatherhood of God, Show Me the Father is an inspiring film that will touch anyone, regardless of where they are in their walk with God, teaching them to lean into God’s goodness. Releasing in theaters on September 10,  your entire family will not want to miss out on this event! Everyone has a unique father story. Whether positive or painful, it’s always personal and can deeply affec...

I cannot WAIT to share my review of this film with you! It was beyond incredible. For now, enjoy the trailer, review coming soon! Show Me the Father by the Kendrick brothers. Watch here:  https://youtu.be/5cSh1GXieFY