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Welcome to my little corner of the beach in Southern California. I am married to one amazing man who loves me with a heart of Christ and who has blessed me to be a stay-at-home homeschool mom of three wonderful blessings. My heart is for homeschool ministry and helping others through encouragement. I've been homeschooling since the beginning and love it more and more every day.


I began my journey in homeschooling based on Bible scriptures found in Deuteronomy chapter 6:6-12 Homeschooling With Encouragement is dedicated to encourage the homeschool mom. I am the owner of a Yahoo group, monthly newsletter, two homeschool blogs, and the Weblink Education website.



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"Satan's "best shot" against God and the people of God was the crucifixion of the God-man, Jesus Christ. And in that act, he unwittingly not only sealed his own doom, he opened the door for Jesus to offer redemption and salvation to the whole world. But that's not the end of the matter. Believe it or not, Satan can also accomplish God's purposes through the trials and afflictions that he throws our way. How? By helping us to cling to the Lord in dependence and prayer and, as a result, growing stronger spiritually."

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Jun. 12, 2008
Show and Tell

Well, we did it...  we stopped at an "Estate Sale".  Yes, we wanted to see what all the fuss was about.  Do you know they sell EVERYTHING at one of those?  Even the pictures on the wall!  Well,  we found unopened boxes left in corners and cupboards filled with fun stuff.  My husband loved digging in!  Being that I am allergic to dusty old boxes, I toured the rest of the house.  Guess what I found???  A piano sitting lonely in a corner with a PRICE TAG on it.  Of course, buying a piano is not something I would even suggest fitting into our budget...  but I thought I would ask the lady the price anyway.  I just about fell over when she told me!  Not because of how MUCH she was asking, but because of how LITTLE she was asking - $100.00 

Needless to say, we bought the piano...

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Since that day, I've gotten out all my piano music (I've been playing since I was 8), practiced a little, and decided to move my oldest son from the keyboards to the ivory keys.  What a fantastic purchase!!!  A beautiful piano, kept in stellar condition, filling our house with music once again!  It's the center of attraction now when people visit.  My son plays, I play, my baby girl tries to plays...  and even my dad sat down at the piano for the first time in 15 years!!! 

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What wonderful memories this is going to bring to our family.  I can't wait for Christmas when we can sit around the piano and sing together for the first time!  There is nothing like a piano and all that it brings!!

Now, for the ugly part...  my youngest son decided to sneak up on his father while he was moving the piano onto the trailer.  He got up underneath and tried to lift it himself.  When the men put the trailer down, it was placed on my son's quad muscles.  No breaks or fractures, but enough damage to send him sitting for the next four weeks.  You can keep him in prayer...  it's been two weeks and he is still limping pretty bad when he walks.  The doctor may want to put him in a cast to help him heal - my son doesn't like to sit still.  I will keep you posted.  But hey, at least I can play him his favorite praise songs and sing to him while he sits...  right? 

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Jun. 13, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Mommy Reg
Ouch for your son. Praying quick healing for him. But how awesome about the piano!
Mommy Reg
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Posted by eclecticeducation
How fantastic!!! Sorry to hear about your son though. That had to hurt really bad. I will pray for him!!!
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Posted by jenn4him
Except for the injury, this is a wonderful story of God's provision. I love the color of the piano. It looks very beautiful. My grandma used to work estate sales. They are pretty interesting.
Jenn
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Jun. 13, 2008 - NICE!

Posted by MiryClay
I'd say you did pretty well for your first estate sell. Man, I sound like Dr. Suess today. LOL. I'll pray for your little man's leg.

Love ya,
Lori
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Posted by Dot
WOW how cool, you got a piano. How exciting for you. We have one here but it doesn't work and to move it is like trying to push a 2 ton truck with flat tires.lol Sorry to hear about your little guy. I will keep him in my prayers. Have a great weekend.
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Posted by blessinghill
What a wonderful find! I would have fallen over. I'm so glad you are all enjoying it so much.
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Posted by Haflingerhorses
That's amazing! A piano in "stellar" condition for $100? Wow! You have been blessed!
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Posted by Anonymous
How fun!

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Posted by henryteachers
How wonderful to have your own piano! And what a great deal. I've been thinking about you and hope your move to Colorado goes well if that is where the Lord wants you to be.
Mindy :)
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Jun. 13, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Gina
I've played since I was in 3rd grade.... What I wouldn't give to come across a bargain like that!!

Congrats~ I hope your son is up and running around again real soon! 4 weeks is a long time for a little one!

thanks for sharing~
Gina
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Posted by solidrock
Wow what a treasure!!!! It is beautiful.
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Posted by psalms16vs2
The piano looks so nice. I miss having one. So sorry about your son getting hurt though. :(
JoAnn
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Jun. 14, 2008 - hi!

Posted by byourlove1
Your post has made me appreciate my piano even more, thank you so much for that! Sometimes we take for granted the things we have had a long time. My son is really gifted on it, I do love hearing him play. The piano you bought is beautiful!

angela

Have fun making music!
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Jun. 15, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by blessedwith2angels
What a great find. I'm sure your family will have a wonderful time with the piano.
Pam
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Jun. 15, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by mcgyver959701
Hey Val, Love the paino. And what a wonderful price for it. I wish I could find one that cheap.

Praying for your son!!

Hugs,
Lynn
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Jun. 15, 2008 - Wow!!

Posted by kympossible
Great deal on the piano!!! Its in beautiful shape, and will be a great blessing to your family!

Praying that your son heals up quickly!

Blessings,
Kym
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Posted by TF
Just stopping by to say hello, I hope you are doing well :)
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Jun. 16, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous
I don't know what quad muscles are....but it sounds like that was awful for everyone! So sorry to hear. But I'm sure the piano will bring a wonderful change to your household!
bethanyrae
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Jun. 16, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by bethanyrae
Sorry for turning out to be anonymous there.....
bethanyrae
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Jun. 18, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Keri
A piano...what joy!
We have a keyboard that I am using to give the kids AND myself lessons on.
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