It is fitting that we begin on the roof. Long ago, when my parents first taught me to enjoy stories, I desired adventure and often found it on the top of our house. Yes, the somewhat dizzying height … Read More ...
Fostering Imagination
Disruptive Imaginology
“It’s just that if you’re not disruptive everything seems to be repeated endlessly.” Robert Adamson, Australian poet “Disruptive” sounds like something that needs to be disciplined. It’s not a very attractive term, but there may be a redeemable quality to it for parents. And since I really like the title of this post, I intend […]
Resources
Anne of Green Gables: Boys Allowed
It is fitting that we begin on the roof. Long ago, when my parents first taught me to enjoy stories, I desired adventure and often found it on the top of our house. Yes, the somewhat dizzying height and challenge of walking upright on slanted asphalt shingles was an adventure. Yes, it felt daring to […]
Warren & the World
The Warren & the World Vol 7, Issue 5
I wrote the date today and suddenly did a double-take. Is it really 2019? Are we really a whole month into it? I feel like the world spins faster every day, and I can imagine you do, too. If you’re in the trenches of family life, I bet you know the feeling. May you savor […]
For Kids
Your Stories: To Cross the Sea and Other Stories Printable Booklet
I’m happy to say that we have compiled a PDF with all of the short stories inspired by Jamin Still’s painting! Use the link below to download To Cross the Sea and Other Stories, and you can print the whole document, or just the cover page with Jamin’s painting, and your own stories. Thanks so […]