• You Really Can work and Homeschool Too | Renée at Great Peace #homeschool #workfromhome #workathomemom #homeschoolworkingmom #ihsnet
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    You Can Work and Homeschool

    Ever thought you’d like to homeshool, but, you can’t because you work? I’ve heard it time and time again. “We can’t afford for me to give up my job and stay home to homeschool.”  Or, some sort of version of the statement. But, I think that we do what we truly want to do. If we don’t want to homeschool, we will not. If we want to talk ourselves out of what we think might be best, we will. If we want to homeschool, we find a way.  I get it. Not everyone wants to homeschool. Honestly, it isn’t for everyone. But. But, you can if you decide to. You…

  • 12 Homeschool Quotes for the Heart of a Homeschool Mom | GreatPeaceAcademy.com
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    12 Homeschool Quotes for the Heart of a Mom

    Homeschooling isn’t for the faint of heart. Well, that’s not entire true! I believe anyone can homeschool. But, everyone isn’t of a heart for it. Homeschooling is both hard and rewarding. It becomes easier over time then gets harder again around the high school years. Maybe harder isn’t the right word, maybe it becomes more intimidating. We all need a bit of encouragement from time to time which is why I’m sharing my favorite homeschool quotes to help motivate you.  Be sure to download and print your free Homeschool Quote printable Scripture Art below. It’s this time of year when I start to feel bogged down, and I can see…

  • 6 Springtime Family Bonding Activities for Spring | Renée at Great Peace #springtime #family #familybonding #spring #activities #familyactivities #ihsnet
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    6 Family Bonding Activities to Do This Spring

    With springtime just around the corner, the days of warmer weather, sunshine and even maybe a little bit of rain are upon on us. Spring is one of the best times of year to get outside and enjoy some family bonding activities. After all, winter is over, the cold weather is on its way out and your family is most likely desperate to spend some time in the great outdoors. No matter what time of year it is, it is important to deepen your bond with your family. However, the warmer weather and excitement of the upcoming summer makes spring a great time to enjoy some spring family bonding activities to…

  • 35+ Spring Dinner Ideas for Your Family | Renée at Great Peace #mealplanning #dinnerideas #spring
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    35+ Spring Dinner Ideas for Your Family

    When the seasons change so does the way we cook. People tend to be on the lookout for delicious Spring Dinner Ideas that are a bit lighter to replace the comfort food recipes they have been using all winter long.  What better way to welcome the spring than with light and yummy recipes? While changing the way you meal plan may seem daunting, especially if you have a large family, it doesn’t have to be. In fact, it can be rather easy to switch out your recipe routine to accommodate the season.  After a long winter of comfort food, there is nothing more satisfying than enjoying lighter fare while the…

  • 15 Quotes for Moms of Girls | Renée at Great Peace #moms #quotes #family #ihsnet
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    Mom Quotes for Girl Moms

    There are so many things that are special about the relationship between a mom and her daughter. Sometimes a mom needs a bit of encouragement for her role as a girl mom. That’s why I’ve gathered these quotes for moms of girls to lift you up and help to bring you joy to your heart.   From the second you lay eyes in your daughter, you are deeply in love with this tiny extension of you. The bond you form with your daughter is one that will never waiver. Through the infant stage all the way to adulthood, while there may be bumps in the road, you will navigate through and…

  • 5 Disadvantages of Homeschooling an Only Child | Renée at Great Peace #homeschooling #homeschoolmoms #onlychild #ihsnet
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    5 Disadvantages to Only Child Homeschooling

    recently shared with you 5 Advantages of Homeschooling an Only Child and I truly think there are many reasons why homeschooling my only child is the right choice for our family.  Some would say that it’s easier with one than with multiples and in some ways that may be very true. In other ways, maybe, not so much. In other ways, there are disadvantages to homeschooling an only child. . I wouldn’t be honest if I didn’t share those with you as well. The reality is there are advantages and disadvantages to every homeschooling situation. That’s because life comes with both pros and cons. But, we can’t allow the disadvantages…

  • Household Chores for Spring Cleaning | Renée at Great Peace #homemaker #household #householdchores #springcleaning #ihsnet
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    Household Chores for Spring Cleaning

    The spring months bring warmer weather, birds singing and opportunities to start your gardening. Not only that, but it brings with it the perfect time to start your Household Chores for Spring Cleaning. Keep reading to learn how homemakers can manage spring cleaning tasks. There is almost nothing that feels as satisfying as a little spring cleaning. Especially once it is complete. However, many find it overwhelming and difficult to get started. This is because to truly deep clean your home for the spring months, there are many tasks you must take on.

  • Outstanding Family Dinner Ideas for Big Families | Renée at Great Peace #mealplanning #familydinnerideas #largefamilycooking #bigfamilydinner #familydinner #ihsnet
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    Outstanding Family Dinner Ideas for Big Families

    Family mealtimes are incredibly important to the connection your family shares with one another. While there are several delicious recipes out there, it can be difficult to find Family Dinner Ideas for Big Families. This is because a lot of recipes cater to the traditional, 3 or 4 person family. In fact, can seem impossible to find a recipe that suits the needs of a large family without having to double the recipe. While it may seem difficult, it doesn’t have to be.