Building Better Families

"What stories are your children listening too? They hear stories through music, movies, books, video games, magazines, the Internet, television-and they are becoming the stories they listen to." -Matthew Kelly 


I have been reading this book for a very long time.  I was listening to a section last night that I have read and listened to before.  This quote stuck with me.  It reminded me of the games my daughter plays with her friends.  They are always orphans overcoming some challenge in life.  She reads so much and often the stories are centered around an orphaned child or teenager who has some challenge to overcome.    She is becoming these stories...a strong young lady overcoming adversity.  I do hope to have her with me for many years before she has to practice this in real life.  My sons love heroes, knights, cowboys, and the like.  They often play games that involve teamwork and brother helping brother.  They are close in age and are becoming close friends, imitating the brothers in the stories they know.  My husband is very close to one of his brothers and sees similarities between his relationship and that of our middle boys.  The final thought in my ramblings this morning, continue to be ever vigilant about the things my children see and hear.  Be aware that everything they encounter will contribute to the adult they become.  A bit daunting and overwhelming if taken on alone.  I'm very blessed to have a strong circle of family and friends to help us along the way.

My First Day as a Blogger

Today is my first day as a blogger. I'm still trying to figure out how this is all set up. My initial goal is to provide family and friends with a location to view photos and commentary about our family life and homeschool activities.