Posts by Gina Conroy
Before You Buy that Game System for Christmas Read This: Video Game Addiciton
Reposted from July 2006 PS 2, Nintendo, X-Box. Whatever you want to call it, I’m convinced it was sent here straight from the pit to torture moms. Is it just my family, or do your kids turn into little monsters, fighting and jockeying for their game time? My youngest has just started playing with her…
Read MoreSin and Heaven According to Grace
A couple of weeks ago Grace (4 1/2) struck up a conversation about sin. Grace: “Sin is really bad.” Me: “Yes, it is.” Grace: “What’s sin?” Me: “Remember in the garden of Eden when Eve ate the apple she wasn’t supposed to.” Grace: “Yes” Me: “That’s sin. Sin is when you do something wrong. Like…
Read MoreRemembering St. Nicholas
In my efforts to steer materialism away from December the 25th, and create new family traditions, I thought a great idea would be to give gifts on St. Nicholas Day. Only problem is, it was yesterday! But the kids don’t know that, so we’re going to attempt a remembrance of St. Nicholas and his “spirit…
Read MoreScripture Memory–Kid Style
Scripture Memory–Kid Style (c)Tricia Goyer, 9/2006 This morning, I read a great blog on Home-steeped Hope about teaching Scripture memory to kids. You can read it here. Anyway, it got me thinking about our family’s efforts of memorizing Scripture verses through the years. I will be starting my 13th year of homeschooling this year, and…
Read MoreWhat’s a Jesse Tree?
I think I finally figured it out! In past years I’ve been clueless as to what a Jesse Tree was and after reading several posts (links at the end of this post) I think I understand. In my limited understanding, I’m being to see that a Jesse Tree is a great way to celebrate the…
Read MoreIntroducing Cheryl L. Stansberry
I’m a stay-at-home-mom of three small children and have only recently come out of the procrastination cave to begin writing again. I have a lot of interest in Christian apologetics and theology, history, literature, and politics and I hope to incorporate some of them into my writing. I also enjoy writing inspirational pieces and poetry.…
Read MoreStaying Close Even Though Your Far Away
This is reprinted from a published article from 2001 copyright Gina Conroy It had been my mother’s dream for me to attend a Christian college. Yet she didn’t realize her answered prayer would put 1500 miles between her and her grandchildren. Like so many college graduates, my husband and I chose to make our home…
Read MoreOpening Night…Narnia
Sunday afternoon, Chris finally debuted as Edmund from The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe after two show cancellations due to the snow and ice storm that blanketed our area. The show went extremely well after not having a run through in four days. I couldn’t have been prouder of Chris. He was born to…
Read MoreValidation and Blogging Awards
I admit it! I crave validation! From people! Though I know my true worth is NOT found in how many comments I get or if I am nominated or win a blog award. My validation is in Christ! The fact that He was willing to give his life for ME should be enough, right? I’d…
Read MoreI’m in a Slump
I’ve been in a slump lazy for a while now! I don’t know if it’s because of the approaching holiday season, the anticipation of a much needed homeschooling break, or the snow storm that knocked all of us off schedule, but I’m so unmotivated to do the simple things that need to get down every…
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