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Words of Wisdom Copywork- Proverbs 3:12

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 04:58:00 -0600

This week's Words of Wisdom Copywork pages are:

For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.

I feel this passage works hand-in-hand with Proverbs 3:11 from last week (you can find those copywork pages HERE). It explains why the Lord chooses to correct us. No more than we discipline our children out of spite or vindictiveness does the Lord do so. We correct our children because we love them and wish only the best for them. Our love for our children cannot even come close to the love that our Father has for us, so why would we doubt that He would admonish us when we need it.

You can download Proverbs 3:12 Copywork HERE.

(Please leave a comment if you are finding these copywork pages useful so I know if I should continue posting them. Thank you.)

To You, Oh Lord

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 06:39:00 -0600

I lift up this day to You, Oh Lord,
Let it be pleasing in Your sight,
Guide me through each and every step,
Help me to do what is right.

I lift up this hour to You, Oh Lord,
Let it bring glory to You,
Show me Your clear direction
In everything I do.

I lift up this minute to You, Oh Lord,
Let Your Name be always praised,
Lead me to those who need You most,
Take hold of all my days.

I lift up my life to You, Oh Lord,
Let me live only for You,
Make me who You want me to be,
Until my days are through.

VMD

November 2009 Writing Prompts Calendar

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 12:32:00 -0600

October was such a busy month. In addition to my trip to Tennessee and the kids' trip to the beach with my dad, we were on vacation last week and my husband and I celebrated our 25th anniversary. The past few days I've been dealing with some sort of pain in my abdomen and a bit of a fever. I'm sure it's nothing. That's the reason I'm a bit late posting this month's writing calendar. Hope you enjoy it just the same. Thanks to those of you who let me know your thoughts and how you are incorporating them in you families. I really enjoy getting your input.

Here is this month's calendar:

November 2009 Writing Prompts Calendar

Words of Wisdom Copywork- Proverbs 3:11

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:22:00 -0500

This week's Words of Wisdom Copywork pages are:

Proverbs 3:11

My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:

I think that God sends us trials for us to face not only to help us correct our attitudes and behaviors but also to prepare us for future tasks He has for us. We must try our best not to complian and gripe when difficult times come our way, but should rejoice that our Father is molding us into what he needs us to be.

You can download Proverbs 3:11 Copywork HERE.

Our 25th Anniversary

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:34:00 -0500

Today is a very special day. 25 years ago, in a modest ceremony attended by a few friends and family, my husband and I began our married life together. As I think back over the years, the ups and downs, the good times and the rough times, and everything in between, I am assured, without a doubt, that we are meant to walk this world together. God has blessed our marriage with many wonderful gifts that have helped us through. In addition to remaining in love with each other, we have an even deeper friendship and companionship that has stood the trials along the way. We have learned to agree to disagree, to compromise when needed, to talk everything through and to respect the other’s feelings and opinions. When the molehills seemed to become mountains, we have tackled them together. Laughter has filled many hours of our life together because we have learned not to take ourselves too seriously. We trust our Father in heaven for the direction that He wishes us to take and lean on Him to keep our relationship strong. I consider myself to be one of the most blessed women on earth because I found and married my soul mate.

Mini Vacation & TN Meeting

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:36:00 -0500

This month has been crazy busy with hardly a spare moment to write. The first part of this week I was in Tennessee for 3 days of meetings for TOS. While I was gone my dad took the kids to Myrtle Beach for a mini-vacation. They had a wonderful time fishing, swimming and just spending quality time with their grandfather.

In addition to the super productive meetings in Tennessee, we had a wonderful time of fellowship. Because the TOS employees work from home and hail from all over the country including Alaska, it is rare that we ever meet the people we work with on a day to day basis. Despite the difference in our backgrounds and locations, there is an immediate feeling of connection. We all stayed at the Suarez’s home and were tremendously blessed by an outpouring of genuine hospitality and wonderful food. Gena is an outstanding cook, and even though she was not feeling well, she went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. The entire family spoiled us rotten.
After long hours of meetings, we spent even more time getting to know each other and sharing stories of our lives and comparing notes about our children. On the last day as we were wrapping up, we all got a bit of the sillies and went outside to take pictures.

Although it was a working trip, I think we all came home refreshed and revitalized.

Words of Wisdom Copywork- Proverbs 3:7

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:42:00 -0500

This week's Words of Wisdom Copywork pages are:

Proverbs 3:7

Be not wise in thine own eyes; fear the LORD, and depart from evil.

I think that this verse serves as a warning for us not to be full of ourselves and that when we begin to be puffed up about something that we need to remember to respect our Father in heaven and stay away from things that are not pleasing to him.

You can download Proverbs 3:7 Copywork HERE.

School Update

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:17:00 -0500

School has been going much smoother since we made the various curriculum changes. My son is doing so well in geometry it amazes me. He almost never needs help and is scoring in the high 90’s on his tests. What a relief this is. My daughter is also doing well academically, but I still struggle with both of them trying to get away with doing the barest minimum, though we are making slow progress.
We are so enjoying our Nature Study. It is the highlight of my day. I absolutely love heading outside specifically to appreciate God’s creation and I know the kids do too. We have been continuing to follow the Outdoor Hour, but I have not had the time to sit and properly write about our adventures. I started another blog specifically for a nature journal on Blogger called “Beyond Our Four Walls”, so when I do get time to post something, I will be putting it there.
I have so many projects in the works in addition to homeschool and work. Sometimes my “to do” list seems miles long, but luckily most have no time constraints.

Words of Wisdom Copywork- Proverbs 3:6

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:48:00 -0500

This week's Words of Wisdom Copywork pages are:

Proverbs 3:6

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Continuing from last week’s verse, Proverbs 3:5 that told us to trust in the Lord and to lean not on our own understanding, this week’s verse gives us clear direction as to how and the reason why trusting Him is so important. If we have complete trust in Him, we want to be sure we know His will for our life. By studying His Word, open communication with Him (prayer), and striving to walk with Him, we will feel His presence and be aware that He is with us at all times. With this faith and recognition of Him in everything we do, He can freely lead us down the roads that He would have us travel. Sometimes the road will be difficult but because we know He is our guide down that path, we have nothing to fear.

You can download Proverbs 3:6 Copywork HERE.

Words of Wisdom Copywork- Proverbs 3:5

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 21:04:00 -0500

This week's Words of Wisdom Copywork pages are:

Proverbs 3:5
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Sometimes it is really hard to put our complete trust in Him. Our own thoughts and concerns seem to keep getting in the way. But from my own life's experience I have found that the more I trust Him, the less I worry and try to figure things out on my own. When I let go of what I think and rely on what He has planned, everything falls into place. Now if I can only do this all the time, life would certainly be so much smoother.

You can download Proverbs 3:5 Copywork HERE.