When people search for true-crime movies based on a true story, The Burning Bed is often one of the first to come up. The 1984 TV movie starred Farrah Fawcett as Francine Hughes, a woman who suffered years of abuse before doing something that shocked the nation. Her case helped bring more attention to domestic violence across America. Read More
Author: Ashley Allgood
Why Home Is My Favorite Place to Be
“Home is the nicest word there is.” This is my favorite quote from Laura Ingalls Wilder. But, at times, I wonder if other people feel the same way I do about home. Home Is More Than Decorations and Clean Floors I’ve always been a stay-at-home wife, mom, & plus for 18 years a Read More
Copywork for Homeschoolers: A Simple Tool That Teaches Multiple Skills
What Is Copywork? Copywork is simply the process of copying a passage into a notebook. The passages can be from the Bible, a work of literature, a selection from a poem or song or any written form. The length of the copywork can vary depending on the age of the student. Benefits of Copywork for Read More
What Is a Supertaster? Understanding Picky Eaters and Food Sensitivities
Does your child complain a lot about food tasting too salty, spicy, or just plain gross? Do they complain about the texture of the food? Does your child gag when trying new foods or avoid trying them completely? Then it is possible you have a Super Taster in your home. What is a super taster? Read More
32 Years Later, We’re Still Holding Hands
Whenever I have the opportunity to give newlyweds advice, I have always said, “Don’t stop holding hands.” It may sound odd to some people or something simple, but for me, it holds a lot of meaning in a relationship between husband & wife. I remember as a teen I was at the beach with my Read More