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Invest in Relationships!

The image “http://www.cindyrushton.com/images/Cindy2.jpg” cannot be displayed, because it contains errors.It is not easy cultivating relationships today. It takes an investment. It takes an intentional investment to cultivate relationships.

Think of a garden. In order for the plants and flowers to grow well they need love and attention. Turning over the soil, adding mineral nutrients and watering are all a part of the relationship that you want to nurture.

There are several ways to keep the relationships in your life “well tended.” Let’s look at a few.

1.    Communicate. It is easier these days to lose touch. But, there is also a variety of ways to let someone know they are special in your life: cell phone, telephone, letter, texting and email besides face to face meetings. Let the special people in your life know you haven’t forgotten about them even though the years and miles keep you apart. Read the story »

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Where is the Best Place to Stock Up on Lapbooking Supplies???

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Thank you for holding the lapbooking class.  I  missed the first 30 min. because we were milking our cows, but so enjoyed the rest of it.  We have been participating in the Creation Astronomy classes with Felice and the children got so much from that.  I have tried a  couple of times to lapbook but have got bogged down in my own perfectionism, that needless to say it hasn’t proved to be that enjoyable or retainable….memorable, probably not the kind I would hope for:)  Anyway, I have 4 children, dd 11, dd 8, ds 6, ds 4, and I;m sure they would all enjoy the hands on learning…..I guess the thing I learned last night was to put all the different pieces into a ziplock bag till we are done and then put the lapbook together…I don’t know why I hadn’t heard that before!!:)  I am excited…I think for my boys we are going to do a monster truck lapbook/notebook; not sure for my girls yet.  My 8 year old wants to read the Little House on the Prairie series herself and I have primer that goes with that so I thought I could incorporate lapbook/notebooking into that and maybe my 11 yr old would od that also, eventhough she’s already read them.  She’s reading the Elsie Dinsmore series, so maybe there’s something out there along that line? :) Read the story »

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A Peek into Our Week–May 25-29

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Ready for another amazing week? I am! But, guess what? Only TWO more weeks of the Ultimate Homeschool Expo–Expo Week is just one week away! What does that mean?

Expo Week is our big celebration week. It kicks off on Monday, June 1st as we unveil our new Membership Site AND kick off the week with a bang! Make plans to join us.

This week, we have a busy, busy week as we finish up all of the Preview Chats. Next week, we will have our Expo Week sessions at 10/2 every day. So, mark all of these times on your calendar so you can join in. It will be a time of renewal, refreshment, re-education, and revival. You will love it!

Remember that you can join any of these events complimentary. Just mark the times for each session. All you have to do is call us or join us at the link provided. You are going to LOVE the line-up! These workshops are just incredible.

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4th of July!!

Wondering what Mommy Homework is??? Each week you will have an “assignment” here to share in our comments here on this site. You will love this-both sharing AND enjoying answers by others. Some of them, I compile into an ebook (contributors can resell as a product of their own–be sure to submit your email and full name when you register so I can credit you appropriately!).

The result is AWESOME!

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Check It Out! Our Marriage 911 Flight Plans!!

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My husband is a pilot. Several years ago, we went on one of his “cross-country” flights, one of several that was required for his licensing. As we flew, I had a Bible Study that changed my marriage, and ultimately, my life. That was the birth of this study. Now, after 7 years we are excited to announce that this study is now available!!

We have made this study simple and easy to use. You can join me at YOUR PACE and at YOUR CONVENIENCE. You can study self-paced through our “flight plans” that are prepared with the purpose of coming alongside of you, teaching you the lessons, strategies, and secrets to building a marriage that lasts forever!

You can join our NEW study TODAY! Learn MORE here!

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Fiddlin’ for Father’s Day

http://www.ultimatehomeschoolexpo.com/whitneyfiddling.jpgWe had such a super Father’s Day weekend. The kids were home. Plus, the biggest treat: my dad got to join us for lunch! I don’t even remember the last Father’s Day that I was able to be with my dad. This was super special!

We had a fun weekend filled with lots of family time. On Sunday, Whitney and her mom, Renee, were able to join us for church. After church, we all met dad for lunch. It was so precious to be surrounded by family. Read the story »

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Creamed Grapes with Sweet Pecans

The image “http://www.cindysdesktop.com/wp-content/uploads/Cookingwithmom.jpg” cannot be displayed, because it contains errors.Oh! This is a yummmmy recipe! The brown sugar and pecans set this salad.  Use any type of grape you like as long as they are seedless.  This makes a great salad for potluck dinners or family get together. Give it a try. You will LOVE IT!

What You Need:

1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, room temperature
1 C sour cream
1/3 C sugar
2 t vanilla extract
2 lbs. seedless green grapes
2 lbs. seedless red grapes
3 T brown sugar
3 T pecans, chopped
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