I'm a homeschool mom of 3 daughters. My aim in life is to glorify God by loving and serving my family, grow personally in my walk with Him, and being a Titus 2 woman to those younger than me. This blog is to share what God is doing in my life and in the life of our homeschool.
Princess is 9 years old . She was born a princess and continues to hold the title. She loves all things girlie and is talented in all things crafty.
Pixie is 7 and a half. She has a passion for truth, loves rocks and shells and has a huge collection of them.
Peanut is 5. She is fun loving, happy all the time and can make anybody laugh.
Last night we watched the movie "One NIght With the King". This is the story of Esther. It was fairly accurate, with just a few little tweaks in it. I thought it was very well done and we really enjoyed it. I loved seeing the story as it might have looked like in real life. This is family friendly but for the older child (I'd say over 13) but use your discretion. We are pretty conservative with movies we allow our kids to watch. I don't think my girls would have enjoyed it at the ages they are right now. You may have a younger child that would like it, it depends on the child.
The other movie I would like to recommend is "Facing the Giants". Wow- soooo good. It is a very family friendly, faith oriented movie. This movie just makes you feel good. My girls wouldn't be interested in it, but I would let them watch it. I understand a church in Georgia made the movie with very little money and local people as the actor. In fact the main character is the pastor of the church and he is the one who started the project. I would love to see more movies like this.
I am reading a book by James Herriot called Animal Stories. It is a compilation of short stories. I am enjoying this so much. It takes me back to when I lived in England. Herriot has a way of writing in which you can easily visualize where he is at and what the scenery is like. The fact that I lived in a small village with stone buildings makes it easier for me to visualize. This man is a veterinarian and lived a very modest life. He brings to life his experiences with local farmers and the animals he helped. Herriot has written several books including All Creatures Great and Small, and several chidlren's books. If you have not experienced any of his books yet I highly recommend them.
Thanks for the reviews.
A local church is showing Facing the Giants this weekend, and I think we'll go as a family.
We love James Herriot too! We have his Treasury for Children. It's great!
How on earth do you find time to watch 2 movies, read a great book (we love his stuff), make jewelry, work for TOS, sew amazing bags and still teach your angels?
We really should live closer so you could rub off on me!
BTW - I did renew my subscription online after you emailed. Now I'm wishing I'd have waited to purchase the one year so I could see what wonderful gifts come up next time! Is that wrong?
I was checking your blog and Katie asked, "Mom, who are all of those cute girls?" (Your girls are adorable!)
I didn't know you lived in England! I used to live in Germany and we visited England several times. We'll have to chat sometime...
~Amy
My mother loves the James Herriott books and says I need to read them. Have you read Jan Karon's Mitford Series? I so easily get sucked right into that town when I read them.
I will definitely give Laurie a hug for you on Sunday! They are so sweet. Denny gave the sermon this past Sun. and it was sooo good. I gave him a big hug afterward. I love his gentle nature and she never seems to stop smiling.
Jennifer :)
We loved Animal Stories! Very lovely and the illustrations in our book were fantastic.
I actually have both of those movies in from Netflix...just haven't had time to watch them (imagine that). Thanks for the tip about Facing the Giants, I may let the boys watch if they want.
I'm back from TX! Long trip but worth it. You must blog about your life in England sometime. Jewelry is gorgeous. I'm hardly on the puter anymore. A good thing for me :)
Yes I agree with Mileshouse too
:)Godbless
Jen
J ate those books up this past summer. I would like to re-read the All Creatures Great And Small books. I read them, scarily, decades ago. Good to chat with you this evening. I think you made the right choice. The Lord will bless your time. Talk with you after we get back. Please pray for no snow this weekend. There is a chance of a snow storm by Sunday evening. We really don't want to have to hang out in Denver over-night!
We enjoyed "One Night" too, but wish the ending (Esther's banquet) would have been different. We are starting to use "Plugged In" from Focus on the Family -- DD (age 7) really wants to see a movie and although some good ones are out (One Night, Amazing Grace) they have an older content that she'll have to wait for. We'll read the books & history to get the best of them.
