Just an account of our journey in homeschooling and other areas of life. We are a Christian homeschooling family of five. Striving to serve the Lord in all we do. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/ en-us Homeschool Blogger Thu, 8 Oct 2009 20:42:01 -0500 Thu, 8 Oct 2009 20:42:01 -0500 Yes, my blog has been very neglected lately as life has remained very busy! I am still working full-time and hubby is still laid off. Right now he is exploring options of what to do now. Not many out there with the current state of the economy but we know God is faithful and will pull us through. He has been doing a greater ammount of the homeschooling this year and enjoying it. We are on our eighth year of homeschooling and it doesn't seem that long. Wow how time flies. We are still staying busy in many activities it's just hubby running the kids now instead of me. Well hopefully I will be back before three months comes along again. Can't believe it's been that long! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/734550/ Thu, 8 Oct 2009 20:42:01 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/734550/ Yes, my blog has been very neglected lately as life has remained very busy! I am still working full-time and hubby is still laid off. Right now he is exploring options of what to do now. Not many out there with the current state of the economy but we know God is faithful and will pull us through. He has been doing a greater ammount of the homeschooling this year and enjoying it. We are on our eighth year of homeschooling and it doesn't seem that long. Wow how time flies. We are still staying busy in many activities it's just hubby running the kids now instead of me. Well hopefully I will be back before three months comes along again. Can't believe it's been that long! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/734549/ Thu, 8 Oct 2009 20:42:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/734549/ Every seasoned camper has experienced their ups and downs with weather while camping. We camp several time per summer but with my work schedule we will only be able to go twice this summer. The first time was last weekend. Nothing like setting up in the rain and taking down in the rain. Our Sunday was alright, although a little chilly. The kids still managed to have a fair ammount of fun, however Monday morning we woke up and the general consesus was......WE ARE GOING HOME, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. Yes of course I forgot my camera so I have no pictures to share but never the less it was an experience to remember and I had the dirty laundry to prove it! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/700768/ Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:40:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/700768/ WOW, it's been awhile since I've posted to my blog so here I go. With the econnomy the way it is right now I have gone back to work as hubby's job is not stable. Not able to find anything in my field of expertise, I am working as  a cook at a residential treatment facility for youth. I have to say I really enjoy it and feel like I inherited another 25 kids. Summers kicking into gear and we are planning a couple of family trips. Hmmm, yes, WE are still homeschooling and it's been very interesting but we have finished everything sooner then we ever have before. The TEA parties also kept me busy and will continue to as the next round is planned for the fourth of July! And soon it will be campaigning again as our governor race drawers closer. The most exciting thing is a trip we have planned to go to the creation musuem this summer and we can't wait. We are still working on lots of home improvement projects too. Let's see, besides trying to keep up on housework and everything else, I have no time left but this is only a season. I don't plan to work full-time forever. Well what else can I say. Life is short but God is good! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/696315/ Fri, 5 Jun 2009 19:02:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/696315/ This song is great! Now is the time to stand up for our freedoms!   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z2H8xHFXC8U&feature=player_embedded http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/670666/ Fri, 20 Mar 2009 11:08:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/670666/ I realized it has been a very long time since I posted. I have just entered a more time-consuming season in my life and let certain things go(like my blog) I will attempt to update on things we have been doing. The children had a wonderful opportunity to put on a little play at church about Squanto's life at our church's Thankgiving service. A few families started a art group a couple years ago and we decided to dive into drama. The kids all worked really hard to make this a success. 4-H has been a wonderful thing for our family to be involved in and more so this year. The group has really involved it's self in community service and outreach and we have stayed busy with that. From Christmas caroling to bell-ringing to card-making. We also have many fun things. We just had a popcorn and movie night, a wonderful Christmas party and will be going on a tubing trip soon. Christmas was great this year as we spent about three weeks away from the school books and did all things Christmas. My daughter is still doing her weekly dance class and the two older kids are still doing there weekly home school swim class. My son tutoring is going great and he loves it. He is always asking if it's close to the next time. Other than that we are keeping busy sledding alot, ice skating and swimming and dealing with health concerns as hubby is preparing for surgery. This has been my best year so far as all three are school age. I am so greatful to the Lord for giving me the opportunity to teach my children at home. God is so good. I hope to not let as much time go by till my next post. Hope you all had a great Christmas. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/644780/ Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:01:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/644780/ What I have noticed the last few months and especially over the last week is a spirit of fear amongst people. People are very frightended over the economic crisis(depression) the United states is currently experiencing. I understand the concern as some of my dear friend's have been affected by lay-offs, lowered wages and reduction in hours. These are scary times but God has not called us to a spirit of fear. The last couple of years some of the most conservative economists have warned these things would happen and until recently most people didn't believe it. Now that these things are very evident and we see them happen, here our just a few things we can do to prepare ourselves to get through these times if you are still in a position to prepare!! 1.Remember to thank God daily for every provision and realize everything comes from him. 2. Continue to faithfully give to the Lord. 3. Save money. Pinch those pennies to save for the inevitible. 4. Pay down the debt you currently have. 5. Stay out of the stock market for the time being until there is some stability in the market. 6. Store food items that are easily stored, which is a good tip for any crisis. 7. Teach the children to be content with less and how cutting back will benefit your family. 8. Be mindful of those who are currently struggling and offer any help they may need!!!   Again these are not normal times and I believe the election last week secured us a very serious financial crisis(Depression), If he sticks to the policy he promised in his campaigning. Remember the new Deal and the trend currently taking place which is repeating these government interventions. It's not fear mongering but rather a warning to take these things seriously. No one regrets being over prepared but they do regret being under prepared!! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/618990/ Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:02:00 -0600 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/618990/ 1)      Those Who Call Themselves Christians and uphold a moral code: Hate crimes legislation would criminalize Pastors who speak out against homeosexuality. This legislation has passed both the democrat congress and senate and been vetoed by President Bush. Obama spoke before a crowd mocking Exodus and Leviticus and the Sermon on the Mount. He surrounds himself with some who have called religion a crutch.   2)   Jewish People: Obama has surrounded himself with people who have been Palestinian sympathizers according to a video held by the LA times. His pastor and Jesse Jackson have also spoke out against the Jews.   3)   Unborn Children: All are at risk currently but more could become the victims of Partial-birth abortion which Obama promises to make legal again. He voted against a bill in Illinois that would have provided care to babies who survived abortions. These children may also be at risk. He has been labeled the most radical abortion candidate we have ever seen.   Physical or Mentally disabled, terminally ill, or elderly People: Obama supports euthanasia and assisted suicide.   Gun Owners: Obama supports restricting gun rights, which may take away your ability to defend your own families.   Homeschoolers: Obama believes that parents should not have the right to educate their children at home with little intervention from the government.   Small Business Owners: Who make $250,000 per year or foresee this happening. (Sounds like it’s changed over the last couple days to $150,000) Your taxes will be increasing, causing you who are struggling in a tough economy, to have less money in your pocket. You may not be motivated to achieve growth if more money will be taken from you. They may also be fined for not providing adequate healthcare to their employees giving them just another reason to close up shop.   Anyone whose employer makes over $250,000 per year ($150,000): Many employers have already said they will slow growth of their companies by laying off employees, going over seas, or just closing their doors.   Those Subject to Capital Gains Tax: You may pull some of your investments in the U.S out, as Obama has promised to raise this tax. This will cause less investment in U.S companies, which is vital to grow our economy.   Those who pay, payroll taxes: Social Security and Medicare. Obama has said these may go up.   Those who currently have Personal Retirement Accounts: Many democrats propose letting the government take control of these. Obama may support this but has not decided yet. The government would than distribute a certain amount each month when you retire and require you to put 5% in,  which would all be put into your Social Security Account.   Those who Value their relationship with their doctors: The ability to make your own decision. You do not want to wait months to get into your doctor. With a candidate who is not pro-life and a government in charge of healthcare, deciding what treatments we will be able to give and who we should give them to could be a very dangerous combination.   Those Who Respect the U.S Constitution: In a 2001 interview Obama stated that The Constitution is a charter of Negative Liberties. I think he madeh is position on the constitution very clear for us.   Those who Have Children: The liberal congress and senate has toyed with the idea of mandatory Mental Health Evaluations for all children. Do you want anyone to have the right to diagnose mental illnesses your child has accept your own doctor at your request.   Those who Speak Out against anything from homosexuality to Islam: Also the Obama administration if he becomes president. The presidency is all that is stopping hate crime legislation from passing. A reporter asked some tough questions of Joe Biden and has taken a lot of slack for it. The Mainstream Media is already afraid to tell the truth.   Those who Support the First Amendment: The fairness doctrine already passed through the congress and the senate and was vetoed by president Bush. This would require anyone on the airways to present both sides of an issue and is seen as something that may destroy talk radio and Christian radio and could eventually affect the internet. Obama supports this.   Professional Sports Fans: The owner of the Miami Dolphins says he will sell the team if Obama wins to save him the burden of higher taxes. He wou;d rather give the money to charity.  I doubt he is the only one.   Those who may be affected by Affirmative Action: Particularly white males applying for jobs or those trying out for sporting teams where minorities and women have also applied may suffer with more affirmative action as Obama says is needed.   Those who Believe churches and charitable organizations are the way to help the Poor: It in not the government taking from the rich involuntarily, and giving to the poor.   Those who pay Federal income taxes: 40% of Americans do not pay these taxes and will get a check at the end of the year, Money they did not earn.   Those connected to the Auto Industry: This industry is struggling and will struggle more by more fuel-efficiency standards for their vehicles, they can not afford to implement when they are struggling for survival.   Those in the Military: Obama says he will cut defense spending by 25%, putting our men and woman in the armed forces in harms way and jeopardizing the safety of the American People.   Those Who believe people should enter the U.S legally: Not be granted drivers licenses for breaking the law.   Those concerned about terrorism and international threats: Joe Biden has guaranteed an international crisis with-in the first six months of an Obama administration to test him.   Union Members: Obama has commited to help unions regain some of their control they have lost. The only problem is that we are in a global economy. If these unions lobby for higher wages and healthcare, the company may just go overseas where taxes are lower or close their doors.   Those who view patriotism as love for country, it’s citizens and it’s flag: Not paying higher taxes as Joe Biden suggests.   Those who Pay Property Taxes: You will be affected by higher property taxes to make up for the loss of taxes due to rising foreclosures due to higher unemployment rate   Those who are renters: Rental income is usually a supplemental income, causing those who may be taxed higher through property and income taxes to get rid of rental properties   Those who are unemployed: With an increasing amount of unemployed people due to the recession and Obama’s tax policies, unemployment compensation may run out or need to be cut.   Those who have managed to keep their jobs: Will need to be taxed higher to help those who have lost their jobs and to make up for lost tax revenue.   If you do not fit into any of these categories of people, an Obama administration may be right for you. I would love to meet you. http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/611563/ Tue, 28 Oct 2008 23:58:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/611563/ WHY I AM VOTING DEMOCRAT I'm voting Democrat because I believe the government will do a better job of spending the money I earn than I would. I'm voting Democrat because freedom of speech is fine as long as nobody is offended by it. I'm voting Democrat because when we pull out of Iraq I trust that the bad guys will stop what they're doing because they now think we're good people. I'm voting Democrat because I believe that people who can't tell us if it will rain on Friday CAN tell us that the polar ice caps will melt away in ten years if I don't start driving a Prius. I'm voting Democrat because I'm not concerned about the slaughter of millions of babies so long as we keep all death row inmates alive. I'm voting Democrat because I believe that business should not be allowed to make profits for themselves. They need to break even and give the rest away to the government for redistribution as THEY see fit. I'm voting Democrat because I believe liberal judges need to rewrite the Constitution every few days to suit some fringe kooks who would NEVER get their agendas past the voters. I'm voting Democrat because I believe that open borders and government give-a-ways to foreigners is a great way to grow a nation. I'm voting Democrat because I'm way too irresponsible to own a gun, and I know that my local police are all I need to protect me from murderers and thieves. I'm voting Democrat because I love the fact that I can now marry whatever I want. I've decided to marry my horse. I'm voting Democrat because I believe oil companies' profits of 4% on a gallon of gas are obscene but the government taxing the same gallon of gas at 15% isn't.   http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/608710/ Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:45:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/608710/ When listening to the media, I here the right (conservatives) constantly vilified. It seems that conservatives are so out of touch with America. Conservatives make up about 35 percent of the voting population. This is the largest block of voters in the United States. So why are we so out of touch. Here is a list that for our family, defines a conservative, keeping in mind some differences and that not all Conservatives are Christians. 1. God has ultimate control 2. All human life is valuable and should be protected from death and harm. From the the first cell to the last breath. 3. Punish the wicked, including the death penalty and harsh consequences for wrong actions. 4. Marriage is between one man and one woman. There are no substitutes, as they mock God's design 5.It take a family to raise a child. All areas of child rearing should be left to the parents. 6.Personal Responsibility. We all need to be personally responsible for our own action expecting absolutely no one to "Bail us out" 7. United States Citizenship is not cheap. If you choose to come here you need to first be invited and be legally in our country. 8. Promote charitable contributions to private organizations and volunteerism. 9. Promote healthy behavior and discourage unhealthy behavior. 10. Do not create more programs that require less responsibility from the citizens. Do not promote a sense of entitlement. 11. Low taxes. Taxing only enough to fund what is neccesary to run a small government. 12. Spend only what you make. Start using household economics. 13. Protect America at all cost. Take military action when neccessary but do not interefere with other countries unless the U.S is at risk. 14. Take care of our war veterans who have proudly served in active duty. 15. Serves their country with honesty and honor. 16 Respects politicians who Considers themselves a public service. 17. Will appoint strict constructionists to the Supreme court. 18. Believes Government is not the solution but rather the problem. Freedom first!!!!! 19. The love of this great country and the belief that it's system can never be recreated. 20. The right to bear arms. To protect one's family. This is a list of what we vote on. How out of touch is this? Yes, I know we never find all of them in a cannidate and sometimes find very few. This election is no exception as our choices seem awful but  have what we have. So to ask the question. Would the real conservative please stand up? The fight for this great land is on! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/601548/ Tue, 7 Oct 2008 22:19:00 -0500 http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/TheLutherslife/601548/