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Jacob DeShazer - A Job to Do
Jacob DeShazer is a national hero and an inspiring friend from history you need to know.

scribblesbyshawn
Dec 2, 20257 min read


Exploring History's Disasters: A Review of the "I Survived" Series by Lauren Tarshis
Need engaging books to keep your young readers inspired? Check out my review of the "I Survived" series by Lauren Tarshis!

scribblesbyshawn
Apr 24, 20244 min read


Are homeschool stereotypes true?
"Homeschoolers go to school in their pajamas" and other homeschool stereotypes!

scribblesbyshawn
Jan 1, 20248 min read


The Girl Nobody Loved
Doris Van Stone was an orphan who suffered horrific abuse. But God turned her ashes to beauty and she became a mother to orphans worldwide.

scribblesbyshawn
May 23, 20233 min read


What are YOU Reading? 9 Lazy Day Reading Recommendations
Lazy day reading recommendations! Take some time to dive into some great reads.

scribblesbyshawn
Apr 25, 20234 min read


Why This Blog?
My inspiration . . . As a child, I fell in love with Lucy Maud Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables . Of course, if you've never read the books, you may not understand me at all. But, if you haven't read the books, then by all means READ THEM! !! For our 25th wedding anniversary my sweet hubby surprised me with a trip to Prince Edward Island to see the place that inspired Montgomery. It was everything I hoped it would be (and more). It gave me the courage to finally do somethi

scribblesbyshawn
Apr 21, 20232 min read


William Wilberforce: Living on Mission and Changing the World
William Wilberforce lived on purpose, lived on mission, and changed the world. He inspires me to make my life count.

scribblesbyshawn
Apr 15, 20235 min read


What's in it for me?
Serving in our communities should be a way of loving God and loving others. It shouldn't be done with a "What's in it for me?" attitude.

scribblesbyshawn
Nov 23, 20216 min read


We're all in this together! 7 Encouraging books for homeschoolers.
Homeschoolers have created a community of fiercely committed mama bears determined to thrive in their homeschooling pursuits.

scribblesbyshawn
Nov 20, 20218 min read


Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Karl Barth: Lessons on the Christian and the State
Hitler believed Bonhoeffer's ideas were dangerous to the state. Bonhoeffer paid for that belief with his life.

scribblesbyshawn
May 29, 20216 min read


The Power of One
"Will you come to my funeral?" It's an unusual question, but it started a domino effect that changed an entire town.

scribblesbyshawn
May 27, 20215 min read


No Longer Afraid
After escaping a terrorist attack, then being forced into and abusive marriage, Gema's life seemed hopeless.

scribblesbyshawn
May 15, 20216 min read


Do you like what you see? Four ways you can help expand the impact of this blog.
If you have benefitted from these resources, consider ways to help spread them to others.

scribblesbyshawn
May 12, 20213 min read


Jacob DeShazer - A Job to Do
Jacob DeShazer is a national hero and an inspiring friend from history you need to know.

scribblesbyshawn
Apr 18, 20217 min read


George Müller - God Answers Prayer
During his lifetime, Müller cared for 10,000 orphans, established 117 schools, and provided Christian education to 120,000 children.

scribblesbyshawn
Apr 12, 20218 min read


David Brainerd - Only a Moment in Time
He did not know it at the time, but a group of warriors from the tribe had snuck up behind him. They were planning to kill him.

scribblesbyshawn
Mar 29, 20217 min read


Why I'm Uncancelling Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Longfellow's legacy is being polluted by people who despise his message. I'm uncancelling Longfellow!

scribblesbyshawn
Dec 31, 20206 min read


3 Reasons To Love Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
This is the kind of friend from history who can teach us how to live! This is the kind of hero we should be highlighting.

scribblesbyshawn
Dec 31, 20208 min read


Closer Than a Wantok - Missionary Story From Papua New Guinea
The shootout with the police was still intense and he heard one of his gang members cry out in agony after being hit.

scribblesbyshawn
Dec 14, 20206 min read


Why I Taught my Kids to Embrace Failure: Learning to Love the Red Marks
We've victories out of defeats, successes out of failures, and wisdom out of blunderings.

scribblesbyshawn
Dec 14, 20206 min read
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Enjoy exploring all the little curiosities in my little curiosity shop. You're sure to find a unique little something that is the perfect little this or that you've been needing.
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