The Almanac
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An almanac, by definition, is a publication tied to the rhythms of the year, the changing of seasons, and reflections on time.
Here, essays are categorized by season (Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn), preparing the reader to expect literature that shifts with the natural world.
The Beautiful Disaster
Watching her young daughter turn a room into a "beautiful disaster" of scattered cards and toys, a mother reflects on Psalm 103:14 and God’s gentle patience with human frailty.
The Coyote Song: A Lesson in Gopher Holes and Blame
Through the lens of a Native American fable about a coyote and a gopher, a mother reflects on her son's struggle with reading comprehension and personal accountability.
Understanding the Call to Disciple Our Children
Framing home education as an active fulfillment of the Great Commission, this reflective essay examines the direct Biblical mandate for parents to disciple their children.
The Scorner, the Simple, the Proud, and the Gossip
Prompted by a young daughter’s return from her Abuela’s house and her casual use of the word "friend," this reflective essay examines how digital culture has diluted authentic companionship.
The Smallest Bullet
Reflecting on a young boy's first season of flag football alongside a traditional Cherokee fable, this essay explores how physical limitations and sports struggles can become fertile ground for spiritual growth.