The time has come...

The time has come my little friends, to talk of other things...

There was a grand idea in my mind of having this parenting blog, but since I am full force already with my Coupon Makeover blog and teaching coupon classes...I think I have bitten off more than I can chew!

I will be posting in-frequently (kind of been my pattern recently anyway), and I already feel a load coming off my shoulders as I type. 

I pray that if anyone else out in bloggy land is feeling the "pressure" of posting, that you take the time to evaluate your time spent, and your family that is around your feet or right outside your office door. Make time for what is most important, and cut out the things that you can't seem to manage.

RECIPE - The ABSOLUTE Best Topping for Hot Dogs!

 

 

Welcome to the Newsom Recipe Box!

I am not going to share with you a sincere recipe today, but a family hot dog secret...shhhh.

The absolute BEST topping for hot dogs is French's Fried Dried Onions. No joke!

Instead of cutting up an onion and having half of it left over in the fridge forever. Use these dried ones as a replacement. Now if you can get your hands on the cheddar ones - you will be in taste bud heaven:)

ALDI has a brand that comes in cheddar and regular in a bag for under $2. I just found these recently and was in love! They last a long time (if you do not allow snacking on them like chips to occur), and you only use a little bit at a time.

So enjoy our Newsom Family hot dog topping secret, and let me know how you like it, ok?

I am linking this to my other site - www.couponmakeover.com - a place where you can learn how to cut your grocery bill up to 75% and even get groceries for FREE!

 

You can see a plethora of fabulous recipes at
Tasty Tuesday,

Tuesdays at the Table

Tempt My Tummy Tuesdays

Tuesday Tastes

Homemaker Monday

and Raising Homemakers.

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (10/4) - The Best of the 2006 Entrepreneurial Bootcamp and The Holy War Chapter 8

Building Your Team: Biblical Principles for Leading Your Staff

 

Chapter XIII 

 

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - All the Year Round: Autumn Nature Reader

All the Year Round: Autumn Nature Reader (PDF ebook)

"Here's a classic nature reader compiled by Frances L. Strong way back in 1895, filled with engaging stories and poetry about plants, animals and insects as they go through the fall season, preparing for wintertime. Lovely illustrations, gentle text, great for read-alouds & nature study! Highly recommended!"

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!    

FREE Christian Audio - Dr. Gary Chapman's Love is a Verb

Christian Audio has a free download of “Love Is A Verb” by Dr. Gary Chapman for the month of October.

If you have never read his "Five Love Languages" book, it is a helpful tool to understanding what makes people "tick" when it comes to feeling loved. You may be showering someone with gifts when their "love language" is time spent with each other. This book will open your eyes for sure!


Dr. Gary Chapman also has "Five Love Languages" for Teens, Kids, and Pets...just kidding about that last one!

Click here to download your free copy.



(I am linking this post to my Coupon Makeover website - click on over and tell me what you like!)

Family Music Reviews - Celtic Lullaby CD

I have had this Celtic Lullaby CD by Eden's Bridge since my dd9 was born. We listened to it every night at bedtime when she got home, and we still listen to it today. It has been to the hospital with me for every birth and I would put it on repeat play in the cd player in my hospital room for some ambiance:)

This is a great gift for any expecting mother, mother of little ones, big ones, or anyone who has trouble sleeping!

 You can sample listen to all of the songs and even buy them in MP3 format...some of my favorites:

Barocha , 

Coventry Carol   ,but I love every one of the songs.

While trying to find this on Amazon to post for you, I saw some other Celtic cd's that would be great for listening to at bedtime.

I love listening to Classical music during the day, but most of the Classical CDs I own will have some up-tempo arrangements on them and that doesn't cause sleepiness for sure! We try and get a good rotation of music in at night, but Celtic Lullabies has definitely been our favorite.

Our family has a ritual of listening to music at bedtime, and finding good cd's for calming the little ones and soothing the soul is a must!

What do you listen to at bedtime?

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - Starting a Micro Business: Creating a Business Plan

Starting a Micro Business: Creating a Business Plan (PDF ebook)

"Does your teenager (or you, the parent) want to earn some money by starting a micro business, but not sure where to start? Answer: You start by creating a business plan. A business plan will help you anticipate anything that might go wrong. By thinking through issues like who will buy your product and how to reach them, you will save time and money as well as avoid frustration. This ebook, Starting a Micro Business: Creating a Business Plan by Carol Topp,  is an excerpt from the Micro Business for Teen book series. It will help you put your thoughts on paper and covers the important issues in starting a micro business such as potential customers, your competition, start up costs, pricing and best of all, offers tips, advice and even examples from teenagers who have started their own micro businesses.

This is a business plan for a micro business, so you won't get bogged down in tons of details or fancy financial projections. It is designed for the teenage micro business owner, although it can be helpful to anyone.

"I wish I had seen the systematic business plan template that you have in the book when i started by businesses in the past"-Noah W., homeschool graduate and micro business owner."

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!   

Restaurant.com deals for $1!!!

 

I am so excited about this secret that I have been sworn to silence until now...

Restaurant.com is having a 90% off sale!!!

This means that all $25 gift certificates are $1!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry for all those exclamation points, but this is a nationwide savings that is just AMAZING.

CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE, and enter the code WOW to receive your savings.

Last year, they ran the same special, and we were able to get 10 or so to give away for prizes at a party.

I have no idea if they will offer this special again before Christmas, but imagine giving a $25 Gift Card to all your family and friends that only cost you a buck each!

Make sure that you read what the limitations are and minimum purchases will be - check out the dinner of the month club for 90% off too.

This is a ONE day event and ends at 11:59pm tonight...so don't miss out:)

(I also have linked this post to my www.couponmakeover.com site)

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/30) - Landmarks and Liberty and The Weapons of Our Warfare: Beauty

Landmarks and Liberty: Orientation Night I and II

 

The Weapons of Our Warfare: Beauty

 

 

 

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - Around the World: New Zealand Unit Study

Around the World: New Zealand Unit Study (PDF ebook)

"Ready for a break from your normal homeschool routine so that you can keep learning fresh and exciting?  A unit study may be just the thing you and your children need.  Why not take a 1 week break from your regular studies and learn about the fascinating country of New Zealand, with this neat  New Zealand Unit Study excerpted from Terri Johnson's new ebook, "Around the World".  Find out what a “kiwi” is (did you know that there are 3 of them?), who its closest neighbors are, what its name means and what it is like to be home educated on this island chain in the South Pacific.  This complete unit study on New Zealand is a great way to give geography some attention in your homeschool and it is chock full of fascinating information, beautiful photos and fun activities to help you and your children learn more about our amazing world and the people living on it."

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!  

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/29) - The Weapons of Our Warfare: Beauty and How The Scots Saved Christendom, Part 1

The Weapons of Our Warfare: Beauty

 

 

 How The Scots Saved Christendom, Part 1

 

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - Sampler from "HOMESCHOOLING GOD'S GIFTED CHILDREN"

Sampler from "HOMESCHOOLING GOD'S GIFTED CHILDREN" (PDF ebook)

"Today's resource is this lengthy excerpt from Faithe Thomas' brand new book/ebook (available in both print & PDF formats) on how to know if YOUR child is gifted… and how you can Homeschool him or her. Lots of  solid, helpful information and resources in this!"

 

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!  

Save $220 at McDonald's!!!

I was in High Point NC last night and stopped by McDonald's for some Dollar Menu Delights:) 

I saw in the window a picture of the Trick or Treat Coupon Booklets for $1. 

I said "Oooo, Oooo, give me 20!!!"

These will give me some MAJOR savings while shopping for the holidays with 4 kiddos:)

You get 12 coupons for $1 - so I paid $20 for $240 worth of food!!!

3 free bags of apple dippers
3 free small cones
3 small apple juice or milk
3 hamburgers

Valid from 11/01/10 - 12/31/10

Call your local McD's to make sure that they have these coupon booklets. If they don't have one in your city, check neighboring cities for these FABULOUS coupon booklets for $1.

Let me know if any local Wendy's or Burger King have the booklets, ok? 

 ~~~$$$~~~$$$~~~$$$~~~

I am linking this post to my other site Coupon Makeover

and to Raising Homemakers, Works for Me Wednesday, 
and Wordful Wednesday...because everyone loves to save money:)

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/28) - How The Scots Saved Christendom, Part 1 and (JP) Moose

 How The Scots Saved Christendom, Part 1

 

Moose

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - TAMING THE "HOMESCHOOL INFORMATION OVERLOAD" MONSTER!

TAMING THE "HOMESCHOOL INFORMATION OVERLOAD" MONSTER (PDF ebook)

"Information overload is a factor of life. At times we all get tired and stressed, and either stall out or stray from our plans due to too much information. But it isn’t enough to just know what causes information overload. You must actively guard yourself from it, and take strategic steps toward taming it and getting back on track as soon as possible. In this report, discover practical strategies for dealing with "homeschool information overload" and learn how to free up more of your precious time for what is really important in your life. MUST reading for every online homeschool mom!"

I really like this ebook!

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!  

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/27) - How to Draft a 200 Year Plan and (JP) Moose

How to Draft a 200 Year Plan, Part I - a DEFINITE MUST HAVE!!!

Moose

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - Homeschool Radio Shows

"After an extended hiatus, our sister site HomeschoolRadioShows.com is back and better than ever. New look. New format. And LOTS more great "Living Books for the Ears"!

This week you can listen to these audio programs:"

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
The Story of Glass
Cinderella
The Railway Children
The Prince and the Pauper
Pinnochio
Gossamer Wump
…& more! 

 

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out! 

We LOVE the audio programs we have bought (or gotten FREE) through out the years from Homeschool Radio Shows. Out of the FREE ones listed today, we have enjoyed The Railway Children and Pinnochio the best.

Family Movie Review - The World of Richard Scarry Videos

 

 My favorite Richard Scarry video is "Richard Scarry's Best Sing-A-Long Mother Goose Video!"

From Amazon: "A great way to introduce or underscore the value of Mother Goose, this video uses a simple story about Huckle Cat's search for his missing friend Lowly Worm as a platform for enjoying the famous rhymes. While his mother sings lullabies, Huck wishes on a star that he could find Lowly soon, a wish that carries over into his subsequent dream of traveling through Mother Gooseland. There he meets familiar characters--Old King Cole, Little Miss Muffett, Little Bo Peep--who sing their own rhymes. It's Old King Cole who sends Huck directly to Mother Goose for help. This is a good video for assorted ages. Toddlers are easily enchanted by the cadence and rhymes of Mother Goose material, while the 2-to-5-year-old set can enjoy the story, too. The rest of us can appreciate the wonderfully busy animation and the touching tale of a boy's search for his friend." --Tom Keogh

If you can find a copy at a thrift or consignment store, good luck! A USED DVD is $40!!! I wanted to upgrade our VHS, but I think I will wait a bit:)

I found The Best ABC Video and The Best Counting Video DVD's for $1 each at a yard sale this summer.

This clip is from The Best Learning Songs Video by Richard Scarry. I LOVE this song and we had a VHS tape which I re-wound countless times to write the words down and memorize to sing to the children.

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - The Big Brownies Cookbook

The Big Brownies Cookbook (PDF ebook)

"Question: What can you say about a cookbook that has over 230 delicious, mouth watering, chewy brownie recipes of
every kind imaginable, including…

peppermint brownies
double-decker brownies
pumpkin brownies
peanut butter brownies
cappuccino brownies
toffee brownies
raspberry brownies
cream cheese bwornies
orange brownies
spinach brownies… and many, many more?

Answer: "YUMMMM! Where's the download link?""

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!

FREE Blue Behemoth Audio (9/24) - In Defense of Jamestown & American History Part 1 and (JP) The Horsehoe Crab

In Defense of Jamestown & American History Part 1

  

Jonathan Park: Horseshoe Crab

 

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

 

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

FREE Blue Behemoth Audio (9/23) - The History of the Hebrew Nation and (JP) The Horsehoe Crab

The History of the Hebrew Nation Part 1

Horseshoe Crab

The products listed are available for free download today from Blue Behemoth! 

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates.

 

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - G. A. Henty's The Tiger of Mysore

G. A. Henty's The Tiger of Mysore (mp3 audiobook & PDF ebook)

"Today we have this very well done, complete and unabridged audiobook reading of this excellent Henty historical adventure.  During the Indian war with Tippoo Saib, 15 year old Dick Holland and his mother set out from England to find and rescue his father, shipwrecked 6 years earlier, and believed to be held prisoner by the 'Tiger of Mysore'. Great historical adventure, well read by Mike Harris."

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!

RECIPE - Icing Poke Cake

 

I cannot stand eating regular cake in the form of a simple sheet cake or cupcake.

I almost always fix my cake mixes by making cookies or double-layered cakes. If I make cupcakes, there HAS to be something in the middle to add some pizazz for my taste buds:) 

In other words, the icing to cake ratio needs to be in balance!

I just got some cake mix REALLY cheap at Harris Teeter this week because of SUPER DOUBLES (see my other website www.couponmakeover.com for more details), and I was in the mood to bake with the children this morning.

So if you look in the Newsom Recipe Box today, you will find a recipe for Icing Poke Cake...

ICING POKE CAKE

1 cake mix baked in a 13x9 as directed on box (don't forget to save those box tops for your local school or home school organization!)

1 can of frosting melted in a bowl for 1-2 minutes.

1 large serving fork used to "poke" holes in the cake when ready.

Bake the cake. Heat the icing. Poke the holes. 

Pour the icing on the cake and ENJOY an exquisitely warm dessert that will delight those taste buds! 

Cover and refrigerate (if there is any left) and be surprised at how nice it taste when cold:)

We used Butter Yellow Cake mix and Milk Chocolate icing...but imagine the possibilities with Orange Supreme and Cream Cheese icing, or Butter Pecan with Coconut Pecan icing. YUMMO!

You can see a plethora of fabulous recipes at
Tasty Tuesday,

Tuesdays at the Table

Tempt My Tummy Tuesdays

Tuesday Tastes

Homemaker Monday

and Raising Homemakers.

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - French Phonology Audio Lesson

French Phonology Audio Lesson (MP3 audio & PDF guide)

"From our brand new audio curriculum, Step by Step FRENCH, comes this half hour MP3 audio excerpt from the full length "Introduction to French Phonology" course, The Phonology course emphasizes proper pronunciation, inflection, and intonation of French sounds and words, and is just one of the FOUR complete French language audio courses included on this new computer DVD. This course is very precisely structured and presents very small bits of information in sequential order, and may be used along with or prior to Basic French, depending on your learning style. (If you have an analytical or left-brain oriented student, they might enjoy this one more than the regular language program. If you want to check out a sample of the "Basic French" course, check out the curriculum page.)"

 

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/22)

 Have you heard of Bluebehemoth.com?

Blue Behemoth is a sister site to Vision Forum.

From the site:

"BlueBehemoth.com's vision is as big as its name: to provide a large-scale, cost-effective download venue for customers of all ages, featuring trustworthy, downloadable audio and video content for the Christian family."

On BlueBehemoth.com, enjoy a wide selection of excellent download media, including:

• Music
• Feature Films
• Film Shorts
• Audio Books
• Audio Dramas
• Sermons
• And more!

"Every item for sale on BlueBehemoth.com is carefully reviewed to ensure that its content conforms to high standards of excellence—both in professional quality and biblical propriety. While each family must ultimately determine what is acceptable and worthwhile listening and viewing material in its own home, we strive to make this review process easier for parents by vetting each potential BlueBehemoth.com product prior to approving it for sale."

 ~~~***~~~***~~~***~~~

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

I am not getting paid for my thoughts, nor do I make any money off of you downloading these FREE audios:)

"The products listed below are available for free download today! 

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates."

 

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

 

The Explorers Society: Part I

The History of the Hebrew Nation Part 1

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/21)

 Have you heard of Bluebehemoth.com?

Blue Behemoth is a sister site to Vision Forum.

From the site:

"BlueBehemoth.com's vision is as big as its name: to provide a large-scale, cost-effective download venue for customers of all ages, featuring trustworthy, downloadable audio and video content for the Christian family."

On BlueBehemoth.com, enjoy a wide selection of excellent download media, including:

• Music
• Feature Films
• Film Shorts
• Audio Books
• Audio Dramas
• Sermons
• And more!

"Every item for sale on BlueBehemoth.com is carefully reviewed to ensure that its content conforms to high standards of excellence—both in professional quality and biblical propriety. While each family must ultimately determine what is acceptable and worthwhile listening and viewing material in its own home, we strive to make this review process easier for parents by vetting each potential BlueBehemoth.com product prior to approving it for sale."

 ~~~***~~~***~~~***~~~

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

I am not getting paid for my thoughts, nor do I make any money off of you downloading these FREE audios:)

"The products listed below are available for free download today! 

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates."

 

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

 

What the Bible Says about Scorn and Mockery

 

The Explorers Society: Part I

 

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - Stepping Heavenward by Elizabeth Prentiss

Stepping Heavenward by Elizabeth Prentiss (Unabridged MP3 Audiobook)

"How dreadfully old I am getting! Sixteen!" Thus begins the lifelong diary of young Katherine as she pours out her hopes, dreams, and spiritual journey on the pages of her dear, old journal. Whimsical and charming Katherine is engagingly candid about her character flaws and her desire to know God. As you listen to her share her heart through these journal entries, you will be amazed and delighted by the depth of her character and the womanly wisdom and godliness she develops over the years. From the agonies of being a teenager to the delicate balancing act between being a wife/mother/daughter/neighbor, it is easy to relate to Katherine's triumphs and trials whether you are 16 or 60. Listen to her unforgettable story set in the early 1800's as you are encouraged to "step heavenward," and don't be surprised if you find yourself recommending it to all of your friends and family!

This is the unabridged version of this wonderful classic book, with a great new reading by Theresa Downey, just  published at Librivox.org, and far superior to earlier versions. If you've never read or heard this story before, do yourself and your young ladies a favor and download it today!"

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!

There is also a BONUS to go along with this program!!!

Wholesome Childhood - Our Home Kindergarten

"OUR HOME KINDERGARTEN curriculum, is on sale through tonight! 

This classic full year curriculum by V. M. Hillyer (author of "A Child's History of the World") has been revised and expanded for today's homeschooler, and is ON SALE at a SUPER LOW price until midnight tonight!"

Sometimes the folks at Wholesome Childhood will have some FABULOUS deals that you just don't want to pass up on - THIS is one of them.

If you use Veritas Press, and our familiar with "A Child's History of the World", you should look into this program. I purchased it today for this RIDICULOUS price, and look forward to using it with my children.

*********

"Specifically, this manual gives you 140+ daily lessons and "hands on" activities to do with your child, giving you a day-by-day sequence and structure to your kindergarten time.

 

These daily "hands on" activities and projects don't have a thing to do with computers or video, or any high tech gizmos. (You can decide how to use all that stuff yourself.) Instead, these are designed to help your child work through a proven, progessive series of constructive projects that will teach them concrete and abstract concepts (form, color, motion, size, direction, number, etc.) and help develop their learning & motor skills. In short, your child will be taught to do things, and to "learn by doing"."

AHHHHH...I almost forgot, there are some extra specials if you order before midnight - no, not a set of Ginsu knives:) 

THREE GREAT ACTIVITY GUIDES:
32 Ways to Keep the Kids Occupied
Rainy Day Activities for Kids
The Critter Construction Kit.

And you know what? They don't even pay me for doing this, LOL! 

(I am also posting this at my Coupon Makeover site) 

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - The Nursery Lesson Book

The Nursery Lesson Book (PDF ebook)

"Today we have this vintage guide for teaching young children, with 50 lessons combining simple & progressive instruction in reading, CURSIVE writing, arithmetic, drawing and singing. Fully illustrated, with songs included. Good, basic, easy-to-use material for little learners!"

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.
As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/20)

 Have you heard of Bluebehemoth.com?

Blue Behemoth is a sister site to Vision Forum.

From the site:

"BlueBehemoth.com's vision is as big as its name: to provide a large-scale, cost-effective download venue for customers of all ages, featuring trustworthy, downloadable audio and video content for the Christian family."

On BlueBehemoth.com, enjoy a wide selection of excellent download media, including:

• Music
• Feature Films
• Film Shorts
• Audio Books
• Audio Dramas
• Sermons
• And more!

"Every item for sale on BlueBehemoth.com is carefully reviewed to ensure that its content conforms to high standards of excellence—both in professional quality and biblical propriety. While each family must ultimately determine what is acceptable and worthwhile listening and viewing material in its own home, we strive to make this review process easier for parents by vetting each potential BlueBehemoth.com product prior to approving it for sale."

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Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

I am not getting paid for my thoughts, nor do I make any money off of you downloading these FREE audios:)

"The products listed below are available for free download today! 

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates."

 

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

 

 

"What the Bible Says about Scorn and Mockery" 

 

 

"From Jamestown to Jubilee, Part 4"

Last week was CrAzY!

 

Last week was a little crazy for me to post because I was on vacation with my family at the beach. 

I, of course, did not want to announce to the world that I would be away from my home for 5 days...

I had originally planned on posting as usual, but the internet access was an issue and my laptop was not being very cooperative!!!

I will be posting SOON about frugal vacations and share with you our experience - which will be humorous to say the least:)

All in all, we had a marvelous vacation with my family and parents.

FREE - Blue Behemoth Audios (9/13)

 Have you heard of Bluebehemoth.com?

Blue Behemoth is a sister site to Vision Forum.

From the site:

"BlueBehemoth.com's vision is as big as its name: to provide a large-scale, cost-effective download venue for customers of all ages, featuring trustworthy, downloadable audio and video content for the Christian family."

On BlueBehemoth.com, enjoy a wide selection of excellent download media, including:

• Music
• Feature Films
• Film Shorts
• Audio Books
• Audio Dramas
• Sermons
• And more!

"Every item for sale on BlueBehemoth.com is carefully reviewed to ensure that its content conforms to high standards of excellence—both in professional quality and biblical propriety. While each family must ultimately determine what is acceptable and worthwhile listening and viewing material in its own home, we strive to make this review process easier for parents by vetting each potential BlueBehemoth.com product prior to approving it for sale."

 ~~~***~~~***~~~***~~~

Blue Behemoth has FREE downloads every day, most of which come from the Vision Forum catalog/site. 

There are so many cd's that I have wanted to get (but haven't had the money), and have been able to get them FREE on Blue Behemoth!!

If you are interested in life changing words on parenting, church issues, femininity, entrepreneurship, children's audio, and tons more...wait around and check Blue Behemoth EVERY DAY for their FREE audios for you and your family.

I am not getting paid for my thoughts, nor do I make any money off of you downloading these FREE audios:)

"The products listed below are available for free download today! 

If you do not already have an account, you will need to create an account to download these items.

Free items change daily, so be sure to check back frequently for updates."

 

I have found that most of the items overlap daily, meaning that they will be available for 2 days - in case you forget:)

 

Homeschool Freebie of the Day - Beginning Plants Unit Study

 
"Beginning Plants" Unit Study by Susan Kilbride (PDF ebook) – Today we feature this excellent unit study chapter on plants, from the brand new book Science Unit Studies for Homeschoolers and Teachers by Susan Kilbride.

Susan says of her new book: "If you are a homeschooler or teacher who is looking for fun ideas on how to teach science, then this book is for you! Its hands-on approach is designed to capture student’s interest and promote a love of science and learning. The first ten chapters are for younger children ages 4-7, while the second ten chapters are for children ages 8-13. Each chapter is filled with fun science activities that teach a particular science concept. The activities are designed to use common household items, so you won’t need to buy lots of expensive scientific equipment or chemicals. This book is sure to get your kids loving science!" 

If you like today's sample Unit Study, you can see more about the complete book, available both in printed or PDF editions at Amazon or  I-Universe.

 

 

Go to Homeschool Freebie of the Day to download your FREE copy.

As with every special, it will only be available for a few days after posting (some are only available for THAT DAY ONLY)...so don't miss out!