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Free Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Scavenger Hunt 2026 Printable The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been on in American kitchens and living rooms for generations, and this year it turns 100! The turkey goes in, the TV goes on, and the kids yell “Mom, come look!” every time a giant balloon floats by. This scavenger…
Who Is Teaching Your Boys to Be Men? In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with author Kelda Laing Poynot to discuss her novel, Tribesmen: Circle of Elders: A Journey to Manhood, and the powerful conversations it is inspiring between boys, fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other trusted mentors. There are few responsibilities more…
What are the Azure Standard values that have guided the company for more than 50 years? In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Karen Slusher, Chief Experience Officer at Azure Standard, to explore the mission, culture, and principles that shape every part of the organization. From serving customers with excellence to stewarding…
The GO Bible Key Verse Challenge helps scripture become something your children don’t just read, but recognize in the world around them every day. In our latest podcast episode, we sit down with GO Bible Key Verse Challenge author, Brock Eastman, to talk about helping children develop a lifelong relationship with God’s Word. Brock is…
What if your church could help families gain access to healthy, high-quality food while strengthening its ministry at the same time? Azure Around the Table has a mission to do just that! In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Spencer Askew, part of the team behind the Azure Around the Table program, an…
As a homeschooling mother of two (ages 3 and 10) and lifelong literature lover, I was thrilled to get the chance to review The Unwinding Path: A Soothing Stroll to Slumber by Betony Coons. This is a new release by IVPKids, the children’s book imprint of InterVarsity Press. While I didn’t know much about the…
Simplifying Healthy Food Choices for Homeschool Families If feeding your family feels harder than it should, you are not imagining it. Most homeschool moms I know genuinely care about what they are putting on the table. We read labels. We pay attention to ingredients. We notice how food affects energy, focus, mood, and learning. And…
I am one of those unabashed people who loves the holiday season wholeheartedly! But at the same time, there’s also something really nice about January after it’s all over: cleaning up and making space (in your home and in your life) for a new year, new adventures, and new rhythms. It’s important to always find…
What if my child refuses to do school work? “How do I handle it when my son just won’t do his assignments?” “I’m at a loss—my daughter sits there for hours without making any progress!” I often hear these questions from exhausted homeschooling moms who feel stuck and unsure of how to motivate their children…
The start of a new year often comes with a lot of pressure. Goals. Resolutions. Big promises to do everything better this time around. But for families, especially homeschooling families, the new year can be something quieter and more meaningful. Instead of asking our kids who they want to become someday, this is a chance…
Teaching 11th grade math doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Here is some practical advice on finding support and managing expectations.
Real Life, Real Learning with David Stelzer Some conversations remind you why you chose this path in the first place. My recent conversation with David Stelzer of Azure Standard was one of those. At its core, it wasn’t just about homeschooling or business — it was about family, faith, and the long view of raising…
