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The Heavy Crown: Society’s Expectations of Mothers
Life With Kids

The Heavy Crown: Society’s Expectations of Mothers

Motherhood is sacred — but the expectations are suffocating. From the moment she announces her pregnancy, a woman is no longer just herself. She becomes a target for opinions, assumptions, and impossible standards. But real mothers aren’t perfect — they’re human. And it’s time we let them be.
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Desarai Goodwin
The Difficulties of Homeschooling and Practical Solutions
Homeschool

The Difficulties of Homeschooling and Practical Solutions

This article will explore the common difficulties associated with homeschooling and provide practical solutions to help families overcome them.
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Desarai Goodwin
Walking in Faith Every Day
Living Christian

Walking in Faith Every Day

As believers, we are called to live out our faith authentically, allowing it to shape our actions, choices, and relationships.
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Desarai Goodwin
Online Safety for Kids: Keeping Fun and Faith at the Forefront
Life With Kids

Online Safety for Kids: Keeping Fun and Faith at the Forefront

As parents, guardians, and caregivers, we must strike a balance between allowing kids to explore the digital world and ensuring they remain safe.
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Desarai Goodwin
A Fun and Simple Guide to Starting Out with Budgeting
Money Management

A Fun and Simple Guide to Starting Out with Budgeting

In this article, we’ll break down how to get started with budgeting in a fun, easy-to-understand way.
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Desarai Goodwin
5 Credit Card to Maximize Rewards
Money Management

5 Credit Card to Maximize Rewards

This article highlights top reward credit cards that can help you earn points, miles, or cash back effectively.
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Desarai Goodwin
The Soothing Dilemma: Pacifiers for Children – A Balancing Act of Benefits and Downsides
Life With Kids

The Soothing Dilemma: Pacifiers for Children – A Balancing Act of Benefits and Downsides

We’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of children using pacifiers for soothing
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Desarai Goodwin
6 Reasons to Dine Around the Table
Life With Kids

6 Reasons to Dine Around the Table

Benefits of eating together as a family
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Desarai Goodwin
6 Tips for Navigating the Terrible Twos
Life With Kids

6 Tips for Navigating the Terrible Twos

6 Tips and Tricks to help you and your child navigate their new and big emotions
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Desarai Goodwin
Lorilee Lippincott's Homeschooling for Absolute Beginners
Homeschool

Lorilee Lippincott's Homeschooling for Absolute Beginners

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The book Homeschooling
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Desarai Goodwin
Why is it hard to make friends?
Life With Kids

Why is it hard to make friends?

Why is it so hard to make friends as an adult?
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Desarai Goodwin
About Me
About Me

About Me

Hi there! I'm Desarai — a Christian wife and homeschooling mother
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Desarai Goodwin
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