Author: Jamie
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An introvert’s guide to making friends
My how to be friends with an introvert post resonated with many, probably because we know we can be confusing to the extroverts among us. Introverts don’t typically need or want dozens of friends; we’d often rather have a small circle of true friends. We tend to hang onto loyal friends, sometimes our whole lives…
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Week-end: links & life {vol. 10}
“To be trusted is a greater compliment than being loved.” – George MacDonald Trust is a tricky business for me. I value it highly, but I’ve been realizing how hard it is for me to trust, even in my relationship with God. Which is why I love this reminder on my new mug from my…
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Creativity: What’s your “thing”?
Two key things have helped pull me out of the funk of the past couple of difficult years: regular exercise and creative outlets. Both are important to my overall well-being, and I’d venture to say that’s true for most of us. What’s your “thing”? But how does that creativity come out? Everyone has their “thing”…
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Week-end: links & life {vol. 9}
“No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” -Hal Borland Once upon a time, I loved winter, and even fantasized about moving somewhere colder and snowier. The first year I worked at a preschool and had carpool duty was the turning point for me; now living somewhere further north makes me shiver to even…
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Georgia Aquarium Homeschool Program
Since we’re focusing on ocean study and marine biology, we kicked off our homeschool year back in August with a visit to the Georgia Aquarium, and on Monday we went again. This time, we participated in our first homeschool event at the aquarium. Ken took the little kids to look at some of the exhibits…