by Sarah Hicks | Feb 4, 2020 | NCHE Blog, Sarah Hicks
Every night as I lay my head on my pillow to go to sleep, I go through the list. Maybe you do too. Lock the doors, tuck in the kids, charge my phone, security lights are on, dog is settled, I didn’t order the curtain clips! Okay, tomorrow, I will definitely order the...
by Sarah Hicks | Feb 4, 2020 | NCHE Blog, Sarah Hicks
Here in North Carolina, the daily temperatures can really fluctuate. I’ve always heard that when there are tank tops and turtlenecks in the same load of laundry, you’re bound to catch a cold. Sure enough, the cold hit our home earlier this week. When I posted a...
by Sarah Hicks | Feb 4, 2020 | NCHE Blog, Sarah Hicks
When I was growing up, my parents were the recipients of many gift baskets. Summer sausages, fancy jams, you name it. It was so exciting to see these tiny, delectable treats! My favorite were the chocolate toffees. We would eat a little here and there to make them...
by Sarah Hicks | Feb 4, 2020 | NCHE Blog, Sarah Hicks
It would be impossible to list all the reasons to homeschool—more family time, greater freedom, and academic excellence are only the beginning. But of all the reasons, common or crazy, I can honestly say that I’ve never heard anyone say that they homeschool for the...
by Sarah Hicks | Feb 4, 2020 | NCHE Blog, Sarah Hicks
Stuck in a rut? It happens to everyone. Here are 4 tips to turn that rut into a new groove! CHANGE IT UP. Enjoy a change of scenery by literally going someplace else. A local hiking trail is my go-to place. It never fails to inspire me. Not your jam? My friend...
by Matthew McDill | Jan 13, 2020 | NCHE Blog, Sarah Hicks
I’m a fan of leftovers. Most things taste better to me after the flavors have had a while to blend. I was standing over my dinner when it occurred to me that lately my husband and I had been fueled by a lot of leftovers. Errands, grocery stores, volleyball practice,...
