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Changing the World with a Shoebox~ Operation Christmas Child ~#OCCGiving

Changing the World with a Shoebox~ Operation Christmas Child ~#OCCGiving

By Children, Christmas, DIY, Faith, Family, Holidays, Homeschooling

This is the time of year that we think more about being generous, kind and compassionate. One way that we like to teach our sons is with a simple shoebox….

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4th of July Patriotic Poster Contest from A Journey Through Learning

By Children, DIY, Family, Holidays

There is a fun 4th of July contest going on at A Journey Through Learning (the lapbook company) that your family might enjoy as a way to celebrate America’s birthday…and possibly win…

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5 Days of Using Essential Oils

5 Days of Essential Oils~Recipes

By DIY, Essential Oils, Healthy Living, Home & Family, Homemaking, Recipes

  Image via FreeDigitalPhotos.net, Praisaeng If you missed the previous days in the series, find them here: Day 1    ~ Introduction and Free Gift Day 2    ~Favorite Oils Day 3   ~Natural First Aid Kit…

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Great Weekend Reading

By Cleaning, DIY, Faith, Freebies, Gifts, Homemaking, Homeschooling, Marriage, Motherhood, Parenting, Planning, Recipes

May your weekend be filled with peace and grace.  May you find rest and strength in His love. Blessings! Mary Valentine’s Day Ideas~~ Looking for a guide for Valentine’s Day?…

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Blog Under Construction/New Year Challenges

By Books, Cleaning, DIY, Faith, Organization, Planning, Schedule

Welcome to the redesign of The Encouraging Home! It should be completed soon. Thank you for your patience.   You can still access my original blog here. I pray that you had a…

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