According to an article in the current issue of Time there is a growing trend in academic tutoring for preschool aged children. The preschoolers are being taught skills traditionally learned in kindergarten and first grade. Part of this craze may be attributed to a study recently published in Developmental Psychology citing a high corollary between … Continue reading Tutoring for Toddlers
A Family Thanksgiving Favorite
A few years ago, I came up with the idea of pumpkin waffles to use up some leftover pumpkin. It was a hit and my husband insists that I fix them every year. So, I hope your family enjoy's them as much as we do. Pumpkin Pancakes/Waffles 1 ¼ C flour – sifted 1 T. … Continue reading A Family Thanksgiving Favorite
In the News
Today’s blog consists of some items I found interesting. A recent study by Massachusetts General Hospital suggests that there are brain differences between those prone to migraines and those who are not. Apparently, part of the cortex is thicker in those who are prone to migraines. This was a small study limited to 24 people … Continue reading In the News
Vaccinations or Jail?
Today I read a story on the ABC News website about a judge in Prince George County, Maryland who has ordered parents to either vaccinate their children or face jail time. The school district has gotten stricter about enforcing the vaccination policy. Want to see video coverage of the story? Recently, there has been a … Continue reading Vaccinations or Jail?
Is the Church Irrelevant for Today’s Society?
In a recent editorial in the Baptist Standard Marv Knox reflects on the trend of young adults leaving the church after high school. According to one recent study the majority of young adults between the ages of 18-30 dropout of church after high school. About 20% of those surveyed felt that they are no longer … Continue reading Is the Church Irrelevant for Today’s Society?
Who Were the Pilgrims?
Thanksgiving is fast approaching. I have been thinking about the origins of Thanksgiving and what the holiday really means. So today begins the first in an installment in a series about Thanksgiving. Like me you probably learned about the first Thanksgiving and how the Pilgrims and the Indians shared a meal. You probably even made … Continue reading Who Were the Pilgrims?
Veterans’ Day
Today is the official observance of Veterans Day. It is a time to remember those who served our country. It is also a good time to stop and pray for those who are currently serving our country. While Veterans Day is observed on the second Monday in November it is actually November 11th. Have you … Continue reading Veterans’ Day
