About
Hi, I’m Haydee
I’m a Christian, wife, and mom of 5.
I have been homeschooling for over a decade. I am still amazed by all the ways Christ has used motherhood and homeschooling to draw me near to him, to refine my character, and to bless me with time with my very favorite people.
I am passionate about my role in discipling my children at home. It isn’t easy. I mess up. I don’t always respond as gently as I know I should. I am so grateful for the grace of God.
Hebrews 4:16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
I need His grace to parent as He has called me to. I need His grace to wash over me when I mess up. I need His grace to flow through me to my children.
Although I share homeschool inspiration and resources, it is my passion to walk alongside of mothers and share the hope that is found in Christ. The hope that is for our marriages, motherhood, homeschool, and life.
Listen to my testimony over on the podcast
Here on the blog and over on my podcast
I share encouragement and simple rhythms for building a lifegiving homeschool.
You’ll find things like:
– simple morning or gathering rhythms
– poetry tea time and book ideas
– seasonal ways to bring beauty into your home
– faith-filled encouragement for your own heart
– and small, practical shifts that help you build connection without adding more pressure
I would love to hear from you! I have let social media go so the best way to stay connected is to join my newsletter. That is where I share some personal updates and let you know when a new episode of the podcast is released.
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What I Believe
The Values That Shape My Homeschool
Prioritize relationship with God
Motherhood is good and hard work. Our homeschools should be rooted in Christ. We need to be in His word and in communication (prayer) with Him. It is from the abundance of His love and grace that we can homeschool with peace and joy.
Clear mission gives direction
It is important to have a vison and set priorities. It is very easy to get distracted by all the new and shiny curriculum out there or to fall into the comparison trap by scrolling social media. Get clear and stay clear on the mission of your homeschool.
Plan for rest
It is important that rest is part of your homeschool plan. Whether you homeschool year round or traditionally, breaks matter. Sometimes we just need a day off from school to reset the house, to go on a fun outing, or to read in the backyard while the kids play. Rest shouldn’t come because you earned it. It should be a regular rhythm in your schedule. This is how homeschooling sustainably, joyfully, and diligently, to the very end, happens.
Simplify for connection
Our family Gathering time aka Morning time is such a great opportunity to bring everyone together. Learning together means you do not need various grade specific curriculum. Many topics can be studied even with a variety of ages. It is at these Gathering times where the word of God read and discussed. memory verses recited. Hymns are sung. It is a beautiful time for enjoying the beauty subjects (art, composer study, poetry, etc.) that sometimes get pushed out of a typical school day.
A Few Things You Should Know About Me
Morning Person
I have always loved waking up early. As an introvert it is also a way I can get some time alone (or with a little one joining me) to do my bible study, pray, and drink a good cup of coffee
Music Lover
Music is playing almost at all times in my home. If I am not playing it a child is. During the school day I prefer listening to instrumental music. It is beautiful and less distracting while I am reading aloud.
Avid Reader
Books are my favorite gift to get. My tbr list is way too long. Most days I am reading a christian parenting book, homeschooling book, or book on faith. I tend to listen to fiction. Audiobooks come in handy when working on chores.
