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Eclectic Homeschool Curriculum for Growth.

By SingleMomOutWest August 19, 2023Homeschooling

Eclectic homeschool options that work. When I first started homeschooling, I was new and relatively desperate. I was desperate to save my son's self-esteem and education. The homeschooling curriculum was…

Instilling Good Work Ethics and Positive Attitudes in Kids.

By SingleMomOutWest August 14, 2023Parenting

Installing good work ethics and positive attitudes in your children is anything but easy. However, the quality of their life depends on it. This weekend was an outside work weekend.…

Five Ways to Dwell in the Land and Do Good.

By SingleMomOutWest August 6, 2023Faith

“Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.” Psalms 37:3 This verse is brilliant because that's where we're at. Because…

Endurance and Grit: Strong Companions for Christian Moms.

By SingleMomOutWest July 22, 2023Faith

Endurance and grit are qualities of Christian moms. Life isn't easy. That's not a bad thing. But these qualities help us to hold on a little longer when things are…

Two Easy Ways to Practice Principles of Food Preservation.

By SingleMomOutWest July 16, 2023Skills for Single Moms

Food preservation has been a priority throughout history. Unfortunately, these basic principles have been forgotten in our present society. Few of us need to worry about food shortages, and because…

Cooking at Home Saves Time and Money.

By SingleMomOutWest July 9, 2023Skills for Single Moms

There are benefits of eating from home. There are, of course, health benefits. Those are ones that anyone can see, and rightfully so. Nutritionally, eating from home is the best.…

It’s Not Over Yet—and Other Versions of Hope.

By SingleMomOutWest July 2, 2023Faith

Words of encouragement for single moms. Encouragement for single moms is vital! Life is challenging, and hope can be hard to find. One of the most encouraging things to hear…

The Purpose of the Storm in Your Life.

By SingleMomOutWest June 25, 2023Faith

Facing trials as a Christian. Facing trials as a Christian can bring deep comfort. Christians know that God loves them. They may not entirely understand what is happening, but they…

Keeping Kids Safe In a Chaotic and Troubled World.

Keep Kids Safe In a Chaotic and Troubled World.

By SingleMomOutWest June 17, 2023Parenting

Ways to protect kids. There are many ways to protect kids. These are the ones that have worked for our family, but each family should decide on their own guidelines.…

Practical Strategies for Reducing Your Food Bill.

By SingleMomOutWest June 10, 2023Skills for Single Moms

Ideas on how to save money on your food bill. I come from a long line of cheap women who needed to be cheap or, in other words, frugal. It's…