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Hopeful
There was one whose name was Hopeful, who joined himself to him. John Bunyan
God may have some work to do twenty years hence that depends on this passage of providence that falls out this day or this week
Excerpt from The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs .....We, indeed, look at things by pieces, we look at one detail and do not consider the relation that one thing has to another, but God looks at all things at once, and sees the relation that...
Contest — Give us a photo blurb
What's happening here? Think up an appropriate blurb describing what's happening in these two photos. We'll pick a winner in a couple of days. The winner gets a copy of the new edition of The Fallacy Detective. UPDATE: Sorry for the delay in picking a winner. There...
Rosemary
My rosemary plant is now too big to bring indoors, but it's too cold here to survive the winter. Any suggestions? I hate to lose it as it's my favorite plant.
Any Suggestions for a Child-Training Book?
I am looking for a child-training book to recommend to new mothers. I deliver gift baskets to moms in the hospital who have undergone a traumatic child-birth (prematurity, abnormality, etc). The basket includes various materials and information to encourage nurturing...
Life is hard for most people
by J. R. Miller (1840 - 1912) "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:2 We should train ourselves to such regard, to such respect for others, that we shall never hurt the heart of one of God's creatures, even by a...
Awards
Academy -- film acting Emmy -- television acting Grammy -- music performance Tony -- stage performance Pulitzer -- newspaper journalism Peabody -- radio and television broadcasting Quill -- best books But is there an award for the best blog post of the year? I...
We’re off to see Gwammy!
Sale This Week at Trivium Pursuit
This week, for every order of $30 or more from the Trivium Pursuit Catalog, you will receive one item from our scratch/dent/used book list -- your choice. Request your book during checkout.
Message from the Ron Paul Campaign — Audit the Fed
Dear Friend of Liberty, We have all worked so hard to make an Audit of the Federal Reserve a reality. Together, we have led the fight to get congressional hearings, 308 cosponsors, and unprecedented attention around the country. Now, you and I face our biggest...
Toodles Visits His Mummy
Egyptian Museum in Torino (Turin) Italy -- it houses the largest collection of Egyptian artifacts outside of Egypt.
Survey: Ten-Year-Old Boys and Holding Pencils
I was wondering what you might suggest as a course of action for a ten-year-old boy who despises handwriting. While I understand that some of this is just the age, I’m not sure if I should continue to require writing and if so, how much. It’s a very tedious process...
Providence
Taken from Bible Doctrines Simply Explained by B. A. Ramsbottom Chapter 12 -- Providence ...And how much depends on how little! Do you know William Gadsby's verse? There's not a particle of dust can fly, A sparrow fall, a cloud obscure the sky, A moth be crushed, a...
Barn Dance November 7 at Bishop Hill, Illinois
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009 -- 7:00pm - 10:00pm Location: Historic Colony School, Bishop Hill, Illinois Barn dance--Squares, contras, circle dances Beginners welcome. No experience needed. All dances taught and called. Music provided by Mary Christianson...
How would you answer this?
My son currently attends a private Christian school. I, the mother, currently attend graduate school. I work at his school two days a week which covers his tuition (the other three days are at the university where I have a graduate assistantship which covers my...
How to Read the Bible by Spurgeon
Thanks to Kim C. for this link.
Toodles in Whitney, Texas
Michaela B. in Whitney, TX
I told you he was smart
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Mystery of History and Daughters of His Story Paper Dolls
Some time this week we'll be giving away one copy of Mystery of History Volume I and one bundle of all three collections of the Daughters of His Story Paper Dolls. If you'd like to enter the contests, go to our Homeschooling with the Trivium Facebook page and like the...
Where is Toodles today?
The 20th person to email me the name of the country wins a copy of the new edition of The Fallacy Detective. UPDATE: Here are the correct entries, in order received. Toodles is in Afghanistan with Mr. Paul (no relation to Ron Paul, unfortunately) Angela in OK Hillary...
Sale at Trivium Pursuit This Week
For the week of October 19-24 our book Teaching the Trivium: Christian Homeschooling in a Classical Style will be on sale for $15 (regular retail price is $34). In addition, if you purchase any item from the Trivium Pursuit catalog you will receive, upon request:...
New Ancient History Ebook — Nero, Paul, and the Destruction of Jerusalem
Ancient Literature — Significant Excerpts from the Books of Classical Authors Which You Can Use to Supplement Your History Curriculum — Volume Six: Nero, Paul, and the Destruction of Jerusalem Compiled by Laurie Bluedorn Published by Trivium Pursuit Use primary...
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New Edition of The Fallacy Detective Just Released
New edition of The Fallacy Detective just released.
Two-Year-Old Learning a Second Language
My name is Anna and I have a daughter who will be turning two in December. I am convinced that I will homeschool and I found your website quite helpful. I plan on purchasing your Teaching the Trivium in the near future. If you could guide me in an area I would be...
Chris Klicka has gone home to be with the Lord
Taken from the Chris Klicka Caring Bridge web site: Dear praying friends, There is a part of me that would have liked to keep this news to ourselves for a little while. Chris' journey toward home has been very public, which has been a blessing to us through your...
Scholarships specific for homeschoolers?
I love your Facebook Homeschooling page so much -- keep up the great work! I was homeschooled for my entire life and it was the best thing. My parents are amazing and taught us well. I am currently in the process of trying to get back to college and I wanted to know...
Go again seven times
C.H. Spurgeon Morning and Evening, September 28 “Go again seven times.” 1 Kings 18:43 Success is certain when the Lord has promised it. Although you may have pleaded month after month without evidence of answer, it is not possible that the Lord should be deaf when his...
A Dating Sermon
This is the very best message I have ever heard or read on the topic of dating/courtship/relationships. It's rather long -- a series of 3 - 30 minute talks. When you first listen, you might think it doesn't apply to your situation, but I encourage you to listen to the...