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Dear Homeschool Parent: Read This on the Hard Days

April Edwards

12 lessons from 15 years of homeschooling—what I’ve learned, what I’d do differently, and what I wish I knew sooner If you’re a homeschooler, this one’s for you! But even if you’re not, I think you’ll find encouragement here too. This post is a bit longer than usual because I

When Life Gets Complicated – 4 Helpful Lists

April Edwards

In seasons where everything feels upside down a few tools can keep you going. Life can be exceptionally hard. There have been seasons full of days where I wake up and just focus on the next few hours. In my house there are interrupted schedules, strong emotions, unexpected setbacks, and

Choose Your Own Adventure – Climbing Out of Overwhelm

April Edwards

There are many paths to take back to a less stressful lifestyle. How you get there depends on you and what is in your path. Do you remember the Choose Your Own Adventure books? That was the shelf of the school library that I always checked first. Each book was

I'm April Edwards

On this blog, I share what I’m learning and my failures. I provide tips and share stories to help you progress in personal growth. I encourage you to slow down and find rest with journal prompts and thoughtful questions. Come join me as I find joy and calm in the midst of my very busy life.

My name is April Edwards. I live in the Arizona desert, read lots of books, I have 4 kids, an urban farm, and I love writing…