Sarah Ruszkowski
Christian. Wife. Mother. Homeschooler. Counselor. Runner. Freelance Writer
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BA in History from University of Georgia (Class of 2001) MA in Christian Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (Class of 2003)Interests
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Long-Term Food Storage: 6 Categories of FoodWhat should you have in your long-term food storage? Here are 6 categories you should consider.
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Storage Options for Long-Term Food StorageHow to keep your food storage safe and fresh for the long haul.
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Simplicity is ... Five Aspects of Intentional LivingIntentional Simplicity Defined
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Five Reasons Why I Love My Moon CupFive Reasons Why I Highly Recommend the Moon Cup for Feminine Needs
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Quotes on CoffeeWonderful Quotes on the Beauty of Coffee -
5 tips to being a good workout partnerFinding a great workout partner can be very hard. Be a good partner with these five tips
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A Sample Clean Eating Menu Plan : for Fat BurningA sample clean eating menu plan (1 week) that aids in fat burning.
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How to Love a Weightlifter: 5 Gift IdeasDo you have a friend or family member who loves to lift weights. Here are five gift ideas to help show you love them and support their goals. -
Weightlifting Supplement Guide for WomenSupplements women may want to consider to boost their weightlifting routines. -
Getting Your Picky Eater Child to Eat Clean: Five TipsHow you get an already pick eater child to adopt the clean eating lifestyle. -
Running in the Dark: 5 Tips to Keep You SafeTips to stay safe while running in the dark
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Be a Faster and Stronger Runner: Add Weight Training to Your RoutineHow a solid weight training routine will make you a stronger and faster runner.
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Quotes on Reading and Reading AloudGet the family and read these quotes together -
Felix Manz: An Anabaptist MartyrA brief history of Felix Manz, a Reformer, and how his personal convictions led to him being executed by his fellow Reformers. -
John Philpot (1555): The Privileged MartyrBeing privileged and important did not stop John Philpot from making a stand for his beliefs
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Hugh McKail: The CovenanterHugh McKail just couldn't keep quiet.
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A Clean Eating Week: Menu PlanA sample menu plan from a typical clean eating week in my house.
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Hugh Latimer, Nicholas Ridley and Thomans Cranmer: The Oxford MartyrsContemporaries during the British Protestant Reformation who ultimately paid the same price for their beliefs.
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Quotes on Food, Eating, and Food CultureQuotes to get your appetite going...and your mind.
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Nicholas Winton: The Rescuer of ChildrenHow Nicholas Winton selflessly put many children on a train to safety. -
Jane Haining: The Scot Who Loved the Jewish ChildrenJane Haining, one among the Yad Vahem Righteous Among the Nations, risked everything to protect the children she loved.
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Kurt Gerstein: The German Spy Who Infiltrated the Nazi SSA brief history of Kurt Gerstein who infiltrated the SS so he could tell the world about the atrocities of the Holocaust. -
Justin Martyr: First Century Philosopher and ApologistA brief history of Justin Martyr, one of Christianity's first apologists. -
Sobibor: The Revolt and Escape that WorkedA brief history of the revolt and escape that occurred at the Polish Death Camp, Sobibor. -
Getting Started in a Food StorageHow to start a food storage for your family.
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Varian Fry: The American Who Saved JewsVarian Fry, also called The American Schindler, risked much when he worked tirelessly to save European Jews during World War II.
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Albert Goering: The Other Goering BrotherAlbert Goering, the brother of the infamous Hermann Goering, was completely opposite of his Nazi brother. -
Telemachus: The Man Who Ended the GamesA brief history of Telemachus who stood up for his beliefs and changed history. -
The Hejnal: Poland's Battle CryA little history and legend behind that trumpet you hear every hour in Krakow. -
Alban: The First Martyr of BritainAlban was the first martyr of Britain and a Hero of the Faith.
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Relief for Allergies and Asthma Deep in the Salt Mines of WieliczkaThe salt mines of Wieliczka create the perfect environment for effective respiratory therapy. -
The Scottish Covenanters: For Faith and FreedomA brief history of the Scottish Covenanters who fought the English Monarchy for their right to worship as they saw fit. -
The Phos Hilaron: Ancient HymnA brief history of one of the earliest surviving hymns.
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How to Beat Lack of Focus in Your Homeschool DaySix tips to help you and your children stay focused during the homeschool day.
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Making Clean Eating Easy and Practical: 5 TipsHow to make Clean Eating Easy and Practical ensuring that you stay committed to the lifestyle
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How to Make a Clean Eating Food BudgetCreate a food budget so that you can stay on task in your clean eating lifestyle
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Gym Etiquette: Seven Rules of CivilityWatch your manners at the gym and everyone will be your friend.
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Five tips to biking to work: How to get startedHere are five tips to get you started on bicycle commuting
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A Beginner's Weight-Lifting Primer: 5 Steps5 steps to take as you begin a beginner's weight-lifting program
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6 Tips for Not Being Intimidated at the GymThe gym can be a scary place. Here are six ways you can keep it from scaring you.
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Betrothal: An Ancient Custom in Modern AmericaHow the ancient custom of betrothal is making a come back in modern America.
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Making Homeschooling Affordable: 6 Tips6 tips to make homeschooling more affordable
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Making the Best of Recovering from a Running Injury: 5 TipsHow to spend your recovery time while you anxiously wait to heal.
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10 Money Saving Tips from the Great DepressionMoney Saving Ideas From Our Grandparents
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Who was Perpetua?A brief biographical sketch of Perpetua, a strong Christian woman and a Hero of the Faith.
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Five Verses to Prepare You for the Celebration of Resurrection DayBible verses to ponder and meditate on as you prepare to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, Easter
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Homemade Green, Non-Toxic Household CleanersFour Non-Toxic Household Cleaners you can make right now to keep your house sparkling and Green.
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Stepping Down from the MarathonExplaining why I am stepping back this year
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Favorite 'Dave Ramsey' QuotesWords of Wisdom about Financial Peace from Dave Ramsey
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Pros and Cons of Credit CardsA somewhat snarky look at credit cards.
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What Makes an Effective Manager? Six QualitiesSix Qualities every Manager should possess.
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Ten Important Questions to Ask Before Renting a PropertyJust a few questions you must ask a potential landlord before signing a lease.
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Category 4: How to Be Prepared for a HurricaneTips for preparedness in the midst of an incoming hurricane
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Recycling in Effingham County, GeorgiaRules of Recycling in Effingham County, Georgia
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Fun and Responsibility: Hosting an Eco-Friendly Birthday PartyFun Ideas for hosting an environmentally friendly birthday party. Teaching responsibility for the planet and birthday fun at the same time.
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Health Benefits of Grinding Whole Wheat Flour at Home: DetailMore details on the health benefits of freshly ground flour
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Reflections on My First 100 ArticlesLooking back at my first 100 articles
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Prayer and Running Shoes: A Housewife's Defense Against DepressionHow running and racing have played a pivotal role helping this housewife fight off depression.
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Mere Churchianity: A ReviewMy Honest Review of 'Mere Churchianity' by Michael Spencer
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Favorite 'C.S. Lewis' QuotesWords of C.S. Lewis
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The Motivated Moms Chore Planner: A ReviewMy personal review of the Motivated Moms Chore Planning System
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Tips for including your children in your runningHere is how I include my son in my running so that he too catches a passion of running.Also published on:
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Educational Summer Camps 2011 in the Greater Savannah, GA AreaFive Options for Educational Camps in or around Savannah, GA
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Making Your Big Goals Achievable: Seven StepsSeven steps to help you achieve your big goals
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Top Five Favorite Creature FeaturesMy top five picks for movies about animals that kill people
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Favorite Quotes for GraduationQuotes for Everyone and all ages for graduation
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Five Nature Themed Educational Activities for Spring BreakFive Educational Activities for Spring Break: Nature Theme
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Overcoming Writer's Block: Nine Tips to Get Your Fingers Moving AgainNine ways to push through writer's block and back to writing again.
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Nouthetic Counseling: A Distinctly Christian Method of CareA brief definition of Nouthetic Counseling
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Favorite Movie QuotesThese are the quotes you are more likely to hear me actually use in conversation.
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Preparedness: DefinedA overview of what preparedness is and what it means to be prepared.
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Five Favorite Disaster MoviesTop Five Favorite Disaster movies
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First-person runner's tips for overcoming race day jittersStrategies that I use to decrease anxiety on race day
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Favorite 'Corrie Ten Boom' QuotesWords of Wisdom from Corrie ten Boom
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What You Should Never Say to Someone Living with InfertilityA few quotations experienced by the author
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Who was Polycarp?A brief biographical sketch on Polycarp, a martyr, and hero of the Christian Faith.
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Thoughts as I begin training for my first marathonOpen, honest, and vulnerable thoughts as I embark on one of the biggest journeys of my life.
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Making the Transition to Homemade Whole Wheat Bread: Eight StepsEight easy steps to help you make the transition to baking homemade whole wheat bread all the time.
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Self-Sufficiency: My Promise to the Planet and to MyselfA plan to benefit the planet and myself.
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More than just heads: The view from the back of running racesWhat is the atmosphere towards the back of races? This article will help enlighten the faster runners among us.
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Ten Simple Ways to Reduce Your Carbon FootprintHere are ten simple steps to reducing your carbon footprint that I do and you can too.
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Analyzing the Time-Cost of Cooking-From-ScratchCooking-From-Scratch is not for everyone. Read these tips to determine if the time-cost is worth it to you.
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Quotes on GraceWe all need grace from God and from other people. Here are some quotes to encourage you.
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Cooking from Scratch: What You Can Consider Making in Your Own KitchenA list of things you can make in your own kitchen with your own from-scratch ingredients.
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Going Long: How to Be Properly Prepared for Your Long RunBe sure you are completely ready for your weekend long run with these tips.
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Journey to the half-marathon: What I learned along the wayI trained for a Half-Marathon and I finished it. I got the medal and the t-shirt. Here is what I learned along way.
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'Imaginary Jesus' by Matt MikalatosA Review
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Making the Decision to Homeschool: What to ResearchWhen you making the decision to homeschool be sure to research these topics thoroughly.
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Why Memorize Scripture: 8 Reasons8 reasons memorizing scripture is an important and essential spiritual discipline.
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Duggar Style Tater Tot CasseroleOur version of the Tater Tot Casserole made popular by the Duggar Family of "19 Kids and Counting"
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Save the Scraps: Homemade Vegetable StockHow to use your veggie scraps to make a delicious and nutritious vegetable stock
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The Death of Cursive: Pros and Cons of the Swirly HandwritingCursive handwriting is going by the wayside in practical use and in classroom. Is this a good idea? Here are the pros and cons to continuing to teach cursive.
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Finding Joy in Everything: Keeping a Gratitude JournalKeeping a Gratitude Journal will fill your life with so much joy. Learn more about this incredible tool here.
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How to Love and Support Your Running SpouseThis article is for those who have a loved one who runs. It is true that runners are unique people. Here are six ways you can show them a special kind of love.
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Six Tips for Staying HydratedHaving a hard time staying on top of your water consumption? Try these tips to make sure you stay thoroughly hydrated.
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Quotes on Risk-TakingInspirational quotes on being willing to take risks in life.
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Teaching the Catechism: 5 Tips for Effective MemorizationFive tips for effectively teaching the catechism to your children.
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Ten Tips to Keep You Safe on Your RunsHow to stay safe during your weekly runs.
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Making a Difference: How to Give Your Running More MeaningWant to do more than just train? Here are some ways that you can take your running to a whole new level of meaning.
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3 Books Every Aspiring Runner Should ReadAre you trying your feet at running for fitness or to achieve a lifelong goal? Read these books to keep you educated and inspired.
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A Well-Grounded Faith: 5 Reasons to Teach Catechism to Your ChildrenTeaching catechism does not have to be a dead practice. Here are five reasons why teaching catechism in your home would be very beneficial.
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Five Reasons to Add the Treadmill to Your Running Routine5 Tips for making the best of your time running on the treadmill.
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5 Tips for Making Soft and Delicious Freshly Milled Whole Wheat Bread5 Tips for making your bread from freshly milled whole wheat soft and delicious.
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Going Green in 2011: Ten Simple Changes to Make This YearDo you want to start "Going Green" this year? Here are ten simple changes you can make to get you started.
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Eight Running Tips Learned the Hard WayThings I have learned along the way so that you don't have to make the same mistakes.
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Quotes on the Virtues of Perseverance and PersistanceA few wise words to help you see this to the end.
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Milling Your Own Whole Wheat Flour: 3 Reasons to Consider3 Reasons to Consider Milling Your Own Whole Wheat Flour at Home
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Wisdom on Hand: 5 Reasons to Collect QuotesFive reasons why collecting quotes is a worthy hobby and habit.
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Five Videos to Uplift Your SoulFive Songs and Videos that I go to time and time again when I am feeling down and lost. I always feel uplifted and loved by them.
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The Well-Equipped Beginning RunnerA basic list of things an aspiring runner should have.
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Running Slump? Watch These Videos to Get You Back on the RoadVideos I watch when I need motivation and to be reminded of why I run.
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Top Five Running Power SongsFive songs to play on your iPod during a Long Run to keep you motivated and moving forward.
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Quotes to Encourage New and Seasoned MothersEncouraging Words to Uplift Mothers in Their High Calling
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Motivation for Slow RunnersYou are slow. You know it. And it is completely okay. Just get out there and run!
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Running Events in the Greater Coastal Empire for January and February, 2011Running related events occuring in the areas surrounding Savannah, GA and Hilton Head, SC for January and February, 2011.
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More Extreme Ultra Running Races--International VersionInternational races for endurance athletes who really want to go to the next level.
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'E' is for Elephant, Eagle, Elf, & EggA Simple Homeschool Preschool Program for the Letter 'E.'
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Quotes for World EvangelismInspirational quotes from famous missionaries
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Miralax: The Final Link in Potty TrainingHow a regimen of Miralax concluded a very long journey of potty training.
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A New Part-Time Job: Wading Through High Medical BillsHow we dealt with high medical bills after the birth of our son.
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Quotes About Home EducationQuotes that support homeschooling and encourage those who home educate their children.
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Extreme Ultra Running RacesRaces that Push the Limit of Human Endurance
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'D' is for Dog, Duck, Dinosaur, and DragonHomeschool Preschool Program for the Letter 'D'
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Running After a Dream and Away from My Old Self2011 will be a year of achieving long-time fitness goals and trimming down in the process.
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'C' is for Cat, Catepillar, Car, and CircleHomeschool Preschool Program for Letter 'C'
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'B' is for Bear, Butterly, Baker, and BatEarly Homeschool Preschool Program Focusing on the Letter 'B.'
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'A' is for Ant, Alligator, Anteater, and AcornResources for Creating a Notebook Focusing on the Letter 'A." A Fun and Relaxed Home Preschool Program
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Quotes to Encourage RunnersMotivational and encouraging quotes to get out the door and persevere through training.
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We Will All Be Together Someday..Why salvation is so beautiful to me
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Jesus is WaitingEncouragement to have Daily Devotions
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Why I RunA manifesto of sorts
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Cooking From Scratch, Part 3Use Baking Mixes and Freezer-Cooking to Optimize Your Time in the Kitchen
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Cooking from Scratch, Part 2Steps two and three of starting a From Scratch Kitchen are to have the right kitchen equipment and to start making basic recipes to get you comfortable with the process.
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Cooking from Scratch, Part 1The first step to cooking from scratch at home is to build an adequate ingredient supply in your pantry and fridge.
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Soft and Crispy Breakfast WafflesMy mother's best waffle recipe
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Trusting the Lord with Your Fertility Does Not Always Mean Many ChildrenOur Infertility Journey and how we came to peace with the results.
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Beginner Marathon Training PlansOnline Training Plans to get you ready to run your first marathon (26.2 miles)
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Having a Baby Changes EverythingFive ways my life has changed since having my son.
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Going Back in Time: Ten Things I Would Tell My Fifteen Year Old SelfTen Things I Wish I Knew When I Was Fifteen.
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Living Victoriously Under $35K a YearOur strategies for living debt-free while living under $35K a year.
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Reading on the Couch: Our Top Ten Favorite Books to Explore TogetherThe Top Ten Books I have enjoyed reading with my Son.
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Local Farmer's Markets in the Greater Savannah, Georgia AreaFarmer's Markets located in or around Savannah, GA
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Quotations About the Beauty and Serenity of HomeQuotations pointing to how wonderful Home is and how we should all turn our hearts that way.
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Quotes from Persecuted Christians from Around the World, Past and PresentEncouragement from those who face the ultimate test of their faith on a daily basis. Truly a testimony to remain strong despite everything.
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Running Races in Greater Savannah, GA for November and December, 2010A listing of all the races in the Greater Savannah, GA Area and the charities they benefit.
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Online Resources for Beginner RunnersA list of resources found online to assist people who want to begin running.
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Recipe for the Perfect Green SmoothieA basic green smoothie recipe for readers to learn about green smoothies and to encourage experimentation.
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Homeschool Groups in the Chatham County, GAOrganizations in Chatham County, Ga who provide support services to Homeschool Families
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Georgia Homeschool LawsTo legally Homeschool in the State of Georgia these laws must be followed.
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6 to 13.1: Twelve Weeks to a Half-MarathonHere is my training plan to get from 6 miles to 13.1 miles in twelve weeks for a half-marathon in early February 2011.
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Inspiring Life Bible VersesFive Bible Verses that have inspired and encouraged me during various periods of my life. I go back to these verses over and over again.
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Cranberry-Orange Breakfast BreadA delicious cranberry-orange quick bread for Thanksgiving morning
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Quick, Delicious and Healthy Homemade ChiliThis recipe was provided by my Mom who did most of her cooking by feel and sight. The amounts aren't all exact allowing you to make this chili according to your own taste.
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Pumpkin Chiffon PieThis super easy pumpkin pie recipe was handed down to me by my mother and makes a delicious alternative to the traditional pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving. Great for kids to make by themselves.
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Healthy Frozen Cranberry CupsThis frozen dish is delightful served as a salad or as a healthy dessert at Thanksgiving Dinner.
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Stretching Your Chicken DollarShows how to get the most out of one whole chicken and to save money in the process.
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Freezing Bread Dough: For Delicious, Easy Homemade BreadHow to make homemade bread dough ahead of time and then thaw for fresh homemade bread as needed. A Time Saver.