Okay, I'll admit it. I married the most wonderful man in the world. I am so grateful that he is the father of my children. He is a man of wisdom and integrity, filled with love for the Lord and his family. 

So, why did God give me four daughters to mentor and him only one son. I can't answer that, but I do notice that we already have two grandsons. 

Our son came at the tail end of four daughters. Mike and I were so grateful for the privilege of raising a godly man in a challenging time.

​Mike did all the Dad things: they played ball, he helped coach sports teams, he read Bible stories to him at night, the shared interests. And, of course, he was part of all the family Bible training. But things intensified as Jimmy got older.

​When Jimmy got to seventh grade, it was time for one-on-one mentoring. They started meeting once a week for a time of Bible study and prayer.

​Mike also worked hard to create an atmosphere where Jimmy could talk to him about anything. He shared his struggles, doubts, and fears. Mike did not respond harshly, but as someone who had been there many years before. They walked through real answers to doubts about the faith. They figured out practical ways to fight temptation. Mike taught Jimmy to read the Bible devotionally to draw closer to Jesus, as well as how to study the Word.

​It isn't easy to be a young man bombarded with temptations like pornography, greed, pride, fear of man, and insecurity. Jimmy did not turn into a seasoned saint in a few months or even a year. Mike met weekly with Jimmy from seventh grade until his senior year. They still meet together while Jim is in college. Right now, Jimmy is passionate for Jesus Christ and he lives a life of integrity and love. His sisters and friends respect him and value his friendship.

​You see investing in your son is a huge commitment of time, love, and prayer. There are no easy answers or quick fixes. A young man needs a father willing to invest in him, training him to become the real man God called him to be.

Do you like cozy mysteries? 

​Do you have a kindle?


War of the Roses Mystery is FREE for your Kindle from Wednesday April  26, 2017 until Sunday, April 30, 2017.

​Homeschool mom Maggie King is studying the War of the Roses with her children and homeschool co-op--what a confusing time in history! When Maggie discovers a dead body, she becomes involved with another war of the roses that is just as confusing. Join Maggie and her friends and family as they unravel a confusing mystery. Can they bring a killer to justice? 

You can download your FREE copy of War of the Roses Mystery ​here. ​War of the Roses Mystery​ is #5 in the Maggie King Mystery series.

Enjoy!
Meredith Curtis

One of my favorite homeschool podcasts is Vintage Homeschool Moms at the Ultimate Homeschool Radio Network.

Maybe it's because I trust and respect Felice, knowing that what she shares is real, lived out in her home. 

​Or maybe it's because I love her wisdom--it's so practical. She is so real. She doesn't sugarcoat her imperfections or mistakes. Felice doesn't gloat about her successes either. She is relatable to us ordinary homeschool moms.

Moms Mentoring Moms

​Many women who homeschool feel like they are pioneers, ploughing new paths. They long for a Titus 2 mentoring relationship. In Titus 2, Paul mentions older women teaching younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, and to be busy at home. In a special way, older women who have "been there/done that" have so much wisdom for the next generation of homeschool moms.

Chances are great that whatever you are facing right now is something that an older homeschool mom has met with in the past. Whether or not she handled it successfully, you can learn from her. My grandmother used to challenge me to learn from other's mistakes so you don't have to fall into the same pit.

​Some Of My Favorite Podcasts