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6 Ways Having a Gifted Child Changed My Life

Monday, February 22, 2016 (Updated: Tuesday, June 30, 2026)
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When I became pregnant ten years ago, I knew my life would change. But I never anticipated the primary reason for the transformation I’ve experienced. It wasn’t just that I had a child. It was the fact that I had a child who was tough to …

Category: Gifted & 2e Christian Parenting | Twice-Exceptional (2e)Tag: Stuffed Animals

Esther Bible Study | GrapeVine Studies

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 (Updated: Monday, March 3, 2025)
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Caroline and I are starting a new Grapevine Studies Bible study. I decided to do Esther with her since I thought the adventurous storyline would appeal to her. Esther is a strong woman and her story provides lots of opportunity for meaningful …

Category: Our Homeschool Curriculum Choices

101 Things That Make Me Happy

Friday, January 22, 2016 (Updated: Friday, June 26, 2026)
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Pansies Reading a book by the fire Snow falling The first day of the NCAA Basketball Tournament Caroline’s belly laugh Being married to my best friend Playing favorite hymns on the piano Autumn leaves Rose-breasted grosbeaks at our feeders …

Category: Contentment

The Loneliness of Homeschooling a Gifted Child

Monday, January 18, 2016 (Updated: Monday, June 29, 2026)
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Sometimes things seem so obvious in retrospect. The loneliness of homeschooling a gifted child is one of those truths that somehow fully escaped me until recently. I realized it feels a bit like I’m going down a never-ending rabbit hole of …

Category: Gifted & 2e Homeschooling | Twice-Exceptional (2e)

Free Polar Animals Activity

Wednesday, January 6, 2016 (Updated: Monday, May 4, 2026)
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Polar animals are fascinating creatures and this activity is a great way to review facts about them. Whether it is polar bears, penguins, or the arctic fox, each one is an interesting part of God’s creation. This fun Polar Animals True or …

Category: Free Homeschool PrintablesTag: Arctic & Antarctic

Stealth Dyslexia, Gifted/2e, and a Mother’s Support – Nicole’s Story

Wednesday, December 23, 2015 (Updated: Saturday, November 15, 2025)
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When did you know you were different from other children? Is there a particular event that stands out? I knew pretty early that I was different from other children. I believe I was about 3 to 4 years of age. My first friendships with children seem to …

Category: Gifted & 2e Christian Parenting | Gifted & 2e Homeschooling | Twice-Exceptional (2e)Tag: Gifted/2e Women | A Series of Stories

Gifted, Depressed, and Embracing Individuality – Julia’s Story

Monday, December 21, 2015 (Updated: Saturday, November 15, 2025)
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This story is told anonymously. I have given the author the name of Julia (not her real name). When did you know you were different from other children? Is there a particular event that stands out? Probably around 3rd or 4th grade.  I had lots of …

Category: Gifted & 2e Christian ParentingTag: Gifted/2e Women | A Series of Stories
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Sallie Schaaf Borrink

I’m Sallie — wife, mother, just-retired homeschooler, and curator of my home. Our little family lives a quiet and cozy life of home education, self-employment, and pithy exchanges. I’ve been writing here for 20+ years about Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. And I like to laugh. A lot. Start here. ♥




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