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Charlotte Mason Philosophy Homeschooling by Grace Nature Study

How To Get Started With Nature Study

As a long-time Charlotte Mason homeschooling mum, I’ve been reflecting on the many rich elements that shaped our learning journey over the years. Among them, nature study has stood out as a quiet yet powerful thread—one that not only nourished our understanding of science, but helped form lifelong relationships with the natural world.   In …

Devotionals & Reflections Faith & Womanhood

The Myth of Romanticising Your Life – Finding Real Joy in the Ordinary

Have you seen the term “romanticise your life” cropping up all over social media? I confess—I was baffled. The idea seemed innocuous until I dived deeper, watching well-crafted videos and influencers living out unbelievably curated “slow lives.” Honestly? It feels like nonsense. The Social Media Illusion Yes, romanticising your life means cherishing the beauty in …

Devotionals & Reflections Faith & Womanhood

Beginning Again: Reclaiming Your Quiet Time with the Lord

 There’s something deeply comforting about beginning again. I often think of how the seasons gently turn, always arriving in their own time, never rushed—never scolded for being late. And perhaps, our hearts are much the same. They, too, move in seasons. Some are fruitful and focused. Others—well, they drift a little. And that’s okay. I’ve …

Home & Seasons Home Traditions & Beauty Homemaking & Family Life

The Gentle Art of Returning to the Rhythms of Home

 As I purposfully seek to return to the gentle rhythms of home, I find myself drawn back to the age-old rituals that tether us quietly to place, season, and purpose.  There’s a particular kind of peace in the doing—kneading dough, preserving fruit, watching something transform through the work of your hands. The Joy of Strawberry …