Category: Encouragement

Seven Ideas for End of Year Celebrations

We need a good party, don’t you think? I mean, it’s late May. Late May! And despite the time warp that many of us have…

You’re Doing a Great Job

You’re doing a great job.   Really. You are!   This is an encouragement for moms. Unless you have an out-of-this-world support system, a full…

Four More Ways to Build Confidence in Kids

Just a quick note-I hope this finds you well and feeling somewhat stable in this strange time. I want to encourage you to send any…

Four Ways to Build Confidence in Your Kids

“In order to understand someone, walk a mile in their shoes.”   This old saying is so great for helping me understand empathy. Sometimes it’s…

My A-Ha! Moment About Saxon Math

Quick check-in: How are you holding up? I hope that your finding ways to care for yourself and that at least math lessons are a…

Why Does Saxon Have So Much Repetition?

Hey there! How’s it going?   One of the biggest changes in our culture over the last few weeks has been the loss of sports.…

Saxon and the SAT: 4 Things to Know to Empower Your Student

Ah, nostalgia. As our kids grow, it so often takes hold. We long for the days of sweet baby cheeks and park visits. But today…

Why Does Saxon Require So Much Practice with Facts?

Hey there… Do I even dare ask how it’s going? It goes without saying that life seems to have been completely upended in the last…

How does Saxon Approach Getting Problems Wrong?

“Don’t be discouraged if you continue to make mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes, often for a long period of time.” –John Saxon   Hey there! How’s…

Don’t Make a Decision on the Uphill

Hey there! How’s it going? I hope you’re feeling good because I have some great news for you. YOU DID IT! We are only about…

Three Ways to Get Your Motivation Back

Hey there! How’s it going? Does this winter feel like the Energizer Bunny or what? It seems like it just keeps going and going. I…

The Best Way to Get Your Motivation Back: Remember Your Why

Happiness comes from WHAT we do. Fulfillment comes from WHY we do it. –Simon Sinek   Motivation. Remember that? It usually shows up strong in…

You’re Not Alone: “Everyone Wants to Quit in November and February”

I hope your February has started out well, but at this time of year, I know a lot of people really feel the pain of…

Four Ways to Get Back on Track

Hey there! How’s it going? I want to stop real quick and give us all a big high five and some spirit fingers because… we…

Goal Setbacks? Three Things to Do

Hey there! How’s it going? There’s been a lot of great discussion about various math problems and the ins and outs of Saxon in the…