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I am the mom of 15 children, and so I know what it is like to be busy at Christmas time and how important it is for mommies to find little spaces where they can recharge.In that spirit, please allow me to give you a boost by sharing some sweet things with you.Following are some passages by Margaret E. Sangster, Jr. (Not to be confused with Margaret Sanger, ahem).👉 Visit momdelights.com  Here's the link to the planner on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3X8RAcR  I'm trying out Substack. Check it out here: https://momdelights.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D  Here is a link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can click the little heart with the dollar sign below my videos, or you can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God. ||||} where to find me: ……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com ……..blog: http://momdelights.com/ ……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15) ……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily... ||||} products by me for moms: ……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z .......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling  https://amzn.to/47QJR7U ……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Count https://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com) .…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq ……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f ……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7 ……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo ……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com) .……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN ……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu ……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17 ***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights. Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download) Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2 Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for Video Music track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free) Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) Music track: Forgiveness by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Vlog Music Without Copyright   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Learn the simple system that helped my large family stay organized—stations and flows. Some of my children were naturally tidy, others… not so much! But through years of household projects (and a major downsize across states!) we discovered practical ways to manage clutter, save time, and create smoother daily routines. In this video, I share:  • What “stations” and “flows” are and why they transform a home  • Real examples from our baking station, injury-care station, and coffee bar  • How analyzing your home’s “flow” reduces stress and wasted time  • Why decluttering is essential—especially when raising a village  • The spiritual foundation behind my organizational lifestyle (Proverbs 16:9) If you’re overwhelmed by household chaos, or just want fresh ideas for simplifying your space, this final video in the “Seriously Organized” series will encourage and equip you. Here is the link to the introduction to this series:https://momdelights.com/index.php/2025/11/10/seriously-organized-finding-gods-order-in-my-chaotic-life-as-the-mom-of-15/👉 Visit momdelights.com  Here's the link to the planner on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3X8RAcR  I'm trying out Substack. Check it out here: https://momdelights.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D  Here is a link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can click the little heart with the dollar sign below my videos, or you can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God. ||||} where to find me: ……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com ……..blog: http://momdelights.com/ ……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15) ……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily... ||||} products by me for moms: ……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z .......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling  https://amzn.to/47QJR7U ……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Count https://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com) .…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq ……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f ……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7 ……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo ……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com) .……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN ……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu ……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17 ***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights. Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download) Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2 Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for Video Music track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free) Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) Music track: Forgiveness by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Vlog Music Without Copyright   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

None of us are given unlimited days on planet earth. It may be shocking to realize that a person who is 70 years old has only lived 25,500 days.That’s not a lot.Each day is precious, so I try not to be wasteful with my time. I try and put as much meaning in every hour as I can.One way I do this is to use blocks.Hi there, dear mommies, this is Sherry Hayes. I’m the interesting mom of 15 children who’s been homeschooling for over 36 years and I love sharing something that will add to your life.So, grab something to do, such as sorting through the piles of junk mail, and listen as we dive into the good life in Jesus!As I have discussed before in the introduction to this series on being seriously organized:I am the wife of one energetic, but retired, man; the mother of 15 children, the mother-in-law of eight spouses, and the grandmother of 20 grandchildren.All of these people need me in one way or another, even if only via concern and prayer, in different ways and at different times.Almost none of their needs are consistent or predictable. Their schedules are mostly erratic, and their needs vary according to age, availability, proximity, etc. And none of these variables are within my control.To sum things up: I rarely have an uneventful day.My life is like a flowing log drive; I am simply being carried along with the current, jumping from one log to another.However, there are areas which God has helped me build plans and routines, and I am sharing a few of them with you today.Also, as I stated before:I don’t share these things without a caveat.The caveat is this: These are the routines God has helped me create for my specific life situation.I suggest you take them more as an example or an inspiration, but never as direct application. If you do, you will end up a nail-biter, because you will have skipped the most vital part; relationship with Jesus.Walking with God, no matter how crazy that my look, is the fastest way to efficiency on our mission to love others and bring His Kingdom on earth as it is in Heaven.Any other way may bring about some worldly goal, but that goal may in turn lead people to hell. (The concentration camps in Nazi Germany were a model of efficiency.)Thank God, I’ll never be that successful at organizing my life.Today we are going to be tackling three areas of serious organizing:* Time blocking* Creating daily focus areas* CentralizingWhat do I mean when I say “blocks”?These are the natural spans of time in a day naturally suited for certain tasks.For instance, when I had young children at home it was natural to think of early mornings as time to spruce up for the day. Later in the morning we might think of making breakfast and doing morning chores, or having the “active” part of the morning. Then the hours before, during, and just after lunch were better for concentrated learning.The early afternoon was a spent in quiet and rest, and after this is I would send the youngest outside to expel their energy while some of us were getting the dinner ready.After dinner clean-up was family time, then nighttime routines and bed.Blocks are good because they:Keep things tidier.If we know we are supposed to be doing chores in the early morning hours, we can keep the school books put up. Then, when the chores are done, we can put away the cleaning supplies and appliances in their proper place to make room for the schoolbooks.Later, when it’s time to rest, we can put the school books away and tidy for the afternoon.When we don’t have boundaries like these set up, everything gets jumbled together in one chaotic mess!They help us have better focus.When we know we are only concentrating on one thing at a time, we can zoom in and concentrate.They give security to children.I’ll never forget the line in a movie where a young man, after drowing up in a dysfunctional, drug addict riddled neighborhood said he joined the army so he could know when dinner time was.There is so much in a child’s life that is new and unfamiliar. Knowing what time they can expect dinner, learning time, play time, and family time gives them some continuity and helps them feel more secure.When children feel secure, they are much less likely to experience emotional melt-downs and do bad things to get attention.They give security to adults.There is something comforting and restful about knowing what comes next in my day. No matter if my actual time schedule is thrown off, knowing that the next block of time will be for cooking, eating, and cleaning keeps me on track and allows me to use my brain for higher things, such as how to write this podcast script...Now, on to creating daily focuses.As I suggested in a past podcast, I have split up my home into zones, such as a kitchen/dining room zone, and then I assign each of these zones a day in which I focus on this particular area.This may mean I have a weekly, monthly, or yearly day when I spend my time and energy in that space.In older times, the focus days sometimes looked like this:* Sunday—Sabbath Day* Monday—Cleaning Day* Tuesday—Laundry Day* Wednesday—Hobby Day* Thursday—Shopping Day* Friday—Business Day* Saturday—Family DayHere is an example of how I assign my weekly focus areas:* Mondays are for extra cleaning in my kitchen and working on my online presence.* Tuesdays we work on the master suite and bathrooms.* Wednesdays are devoted to the basement and the laundry room.* Thursdays the focus is on putting away the laundry. This is the day I have set aside for online consulting or getting together with people outside the home.* Fridays are for cleaning the house generally for Saturday, then having some fun.* Saturdays are for resting and relaxing with my husband; a sabbath unto the Lord when I also enjoy fellowship with other believers (no, I’m not a Seventh Day Adventist—more on my denominational stance another time).* Sundays are when I have a loose schedule but try and catch up in any areas which have been missed throughout the week in preparation for the next week.Please note that there are a whole bunch of other things going on these days, such as helping with school work, shuffling people around, and regular cooking and cleaning.Thankfully, my dear husband takes care of the yards and the cars, unless there is something special I am aching to do.Also, when I get a bit of extra time I try and fit in a special project in each of the areas mentioned, such as cleaning out the fridge-door shelves and labeling them, which is something I did last week.Now, let’s discuss the idea of centralizing.What is centralizing? Well, it’s a variation on the theme of “a place for everything and everything in its place,” only with a slightly different emphasis.It started many years ago, when we lived in a huge house with lots of bedrooms and loads of shoes, socks, hats, scarves, coats, etc.The job of sorting out all of these items and putting them away in everyone’s rooms after an outing was so difficult that it never got done, which meant the next time we went out it took hours to find everything we needed.So, I came up with the idea of putting each type of thing in a centralized place.* For socks, we had a bin in the hall closet upstairs.* For shoes we had a space in the bottom of the front coat closet.* Coats were hung in that front closet.* Hats, gloves, and scarves were stored in bins on the top shelf of that closet.This is the system we used for over 17 years, and the system we modified slightly and still use today, only now I have two three-drawer storage units in the bottom of our coat closet, one for socks sorted into dark, white, and colored, and the other for scarves, hats, and gloves.Although we had four separate bathrooms at that time, we had one place to keep medicines and extra personal hygiene supplies. I even had a centralized place for hairbrushes and barrettes (remember, we have 11 girls).Some large families have used this principle to create a “family closet,” where all of the clothes are hung together to make laundry easier. We used a form of this for our last four little girls when we had a walk-in closet in our bedroom. The bottom clothing rack on one side was dedicated to their tiny outfits (we hang all of our clothing up on hangers except for pj’s and underwear).On each of our three floors I kept a centralized place for baby needs as well. How I miss caring for all of those tiny ones—our 15th baby is 16 now!My lifestyle of serious organization is based on the Biblical idea expressed in this verse:A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.Proverbs 16:9In case you were wondering, this does not mean that I never make plans or build routines. I could not live without these great helpers.There are two distinctives which make these part of my serious organizational lifestyle:* I allow God to help me build these plans and routines so that they flow with His plans.* I allow these plans and routines to be rerouted or forgotten altogether whenever is necessary, and I accept this with grace and expectation that God is going to help me keep on top of the log flow anyways.If you just stumbled upon this podcast, I hope you will take the time to watch the foundational recording which explains the scope and purpose of this series. You will find it linked in the description.In the future we will be covering even more portions of how I organized in a serious way, including creating stations and flows and purging.Until then, be sure and enjoy the freebies and other things on my website, momdelights.com, as well as on my Substack as Mom Delights.If you are interested, I have produced a planner which includes places for just about everything a large family mom would need. It is undated, which means it won’t be wasted even if you get off track for a while. I’ll put the link in the description below.Of course, there are lots of other things you can purchase which I have produced on Amazon which are helpful and, hopefully pretty as well. You will find those links below as well.H

Are you like me—your mind full of a million ideas, swirling so fast you end up putting the cereal in the fridge and the milk in the cupboard? If so, chalkboarding might be your new best friend.Hi dear mommies! I’m Sherry Hayes—mom of 15, grandma of 20, and homeschooler for over 36 years—and today we’re continuing our journey into serious organization for real moms with real lives.In this episode, I’m sharing three of the systems God has helped me build:✨ Chalkboarding — how I use chalkboards and whiteboards in nearly every room to collect ideas, ease overwhelm, spark creativity, and communicate with my family.✨ Personal Care Rhythms — simple evening and morning routines that anchor me for whatever the day brings.✨ Zoning the Home — why breaking the house into manageable zones keeps everything from falling apart.I don’t share these as rules to follow, but as inspiration—because the heart of serious organization is walking with Jesus and letting Him shape your plans.“A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” — Proverbs 16:9📌 If you’re new, be sure to watch the foundational video linked below.📌 Explore freebies, planners, and helpful resources at momdelights.com.📌 Join me on Substack at Mom Delights for more encouragement and practical wisdom.Hope this blesses you—have a wonderful day in Jesus!👉 Visit momdelights.com  Foundations of serious organization podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbEQXh9V8jcHere's the link to the planner on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3X8RAcR  I'm trying out Substack. Check it out here: https://momdelights.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D  Here is a link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can click the little heart with the dollar sign below my videos, or you can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God. ||||} where to find me: ……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com ……..blog: http://momdelights.com/ ……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15) ……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily... ||||} products by me for moms: ……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z .......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling  https://amzn.to/47QJR7U ……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Count https://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com) .…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq ……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f ……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7 ……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo ……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com) .……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN ……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu ……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17 ***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights. Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download) Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2 Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for Video Music track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free) Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) Music track: Forgiveness by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Vlog Music Without Copyright   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

This is post no. 2 in our series on being “seriously” organized as the mom of 15.Remember our guiding verse?A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.Proverbs 16:9If you just stumbled upon this podcast, I hope you will take the time to watch the foundational recording which explains the scope and purpose of this series. You will find it linked in the description.In the future we will be covering even more portions of how I organized in a serious way, including “chalkboarding,” personal care, and zoning.If you are interested, I have produced a planner which includes places for just about everything a large family mom would need. It is undated, which means it won’t be wasted even if you get off track for a while.You can purchase this planner pre-printed on Amazon as well.Of course, there are lots of other things you can purchase which I have produced on Amazon which are helpful and, hopefully pretty. Some of them are linked on the Shop page on this webpage. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

In this episode, I share how I learned to become seriously organized by building my life on spiritual peace instead of surface-level control. If you’ve ever struggled to keep it all together, this message will remind you that God’s order brings rest, not stress. 🕊️ Topics include: The difference between ultra-organization and serious organization How to plan by faith (Proverbs 16:9) Routines that flow with God’s timing Finding peace in the chaos of family life 👉 Visit momdelights.com Here's the link to the planner on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3X8RAcR I'm trying out Substack. Check it out here: https://momdelights.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D Here is a link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFKInterested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can click the little heart with the dollar sign below my videos, or you can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God.||||} where to find me:……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com……..blog: http://momdelights.com/……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15)……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily...||||} products by me for moms:……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z.......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://amzn.to/47QJR7U……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com).…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com).……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights.Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download)Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for VideoMusic track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free)Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for VideoMusic track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download)Music track: Forgiveness by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Vlog Music Without CopyrightThis is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Homeschooling isn’t just about academics—it’s about building a life rich with love, learning, and connection. In this episode, I share how simple moments—like sharing some Spanish folk songs together or enjoying poetry by the fire under the stars—reveal the deep rewards of sowing generously into family life. Discover the beauty of homeschooling that goes beyond the clock and into the heart. ✨ Visit my website for free resources and tools to support your homeschool journey: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ I'm trying out Substack. Check it out here: https://momdelights.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D Here is the link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK ____________________________ Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can click the little heart with the dollar sign below my videos, or you can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God. ||||} where to find me: ……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com ……..blog: http://momdelights.com/ ……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15) ……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily... ||||} products by me for moms: ……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z .......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Spelling-Gentle-Foundation-Good/dp/B0BBCSXL7K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O8KLX0UDKUT0&keywords=the+spelling+book+sherry+hayes&qid=1675389831&sprefix=the+spelling+book+sherry+haye%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1 ……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com) .…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq ……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f ……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7 ……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo ……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com) .……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN ……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu ……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17 ***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights. Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download) Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2 Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for Video Music track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free) Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) Music track: Forgiveness by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Vlog Music Without Copyright This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

There are so many theories about education—and almost all of them are as dumb as rocks. Why? Because they’ve taken what God built into every human—the ability to learn and teach—and turned it into a business. Hi, I’m Sherry Hayes, mom of 15 and homeschooler for over 36 years. In this episode of Mom Delights, I’ll share how modern education became a self-serving system built on jargon and bureaucracy, and how we can return to something far simpler—and far more powerful. We’ll talk about:🌿 The truth behind “education theories” and why they fail📖 What real learning looks like: Observe, Think, Do🇺🇸 How early American education and the McGuffey Readers reflected biblical truth🧠 The inspiring story of George Washington Carver’s God-led genius🏡 Why homeschooling allows us to rediscover God’s original plan for learning✨ Download the free chart and companion guide mentioned in this video at momdelights.com https://momdelights.com/index.php/2025/10/12/modern-education-is-a-sham-rediscovering-gods-simple-plan-for-learning/Here is the link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK____________________________In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God.||||} where to find me:……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com……..blog: http://momdelights.com/……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15)……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily...||||} products by me for moms:……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z.......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Spelling-Gentle-Foundation-Good/dp/B0BBCSXL7K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O8KLX0UDKUT0&keywords=the+spelling+book+sherry+hayes&qid=1675389831&sprefix=the+spelling+book+sherry+haye%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com).…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com).……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights.Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download)Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for VideoMusic track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free)Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download)checklists, and periodic assessments, you’ll not only see your child’s progress, but you’ll also give yourself confidence. And if you live in a state that requires documentation, this process will make your life so much easier.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Here is the link to the blog post containing the evaluation forms: Homeschool With Confidence Here’s the truth: stepping away from conventional schooling can feel terrifying. It’s easy to believe that everyone else knows what they’re doing while you’re floundering in uncertainty.But you’re not alone—and you’re not failing.By using goals, ✨ Visit my website for free resources and tools to support your homeschool journey:https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/Here is the link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK ____________________________Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God.||||} where to find me:……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com……..blog: http://momdelights.com/……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15)……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily...||||} products by me for moms:……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z.......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Spelling-Gentle-Foundation-Good/dp/B0BBCSXL7K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O8KLX0UDKUT0&keywords=the+spelling+book+sherry+hayes&qid=1675389831&sprefix=the+spelling+book+sherry+haye%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com).…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com).……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights.Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download)Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for VideoMusic track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free)Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download)checklists, and periodic assessments, you’ll not only see your child’s progress, but you’ll also give yourself confidence. And if you live in a state that requires documentation, this process will make your life so much easier.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Learning isn’t complicated—and it never was. In this video, I share why American education thrived under the guidance of McGuffey and collapsed under the so-called reforms of Horace Mann. We’ll look at how real learning is simple, rooted in the Bible, and fueled by personal responsibility—not by state control or academic fads. I’ll also show you how to identify vintage materials that nourish your child’s soul instead of stuffing their minds with educational “candy.” If you’re looking for practical homeschooling wisdom that actually works, you’re in the right place. ✨ Visit my website for free resources and tools to support your homeschool journey:https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/Here is the link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK ____________________________Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God.||||} where to find me:……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com……..blog: http://momdelights.com/……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15)……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily...||||} products by me for moms:……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z.......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Spelling-Gentle-Foundation-Good/dp/B0BBCSXL7K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O8KLX0UDKUT0&keywords=the+spelling+book+sherry+hayes&qid=1675389831&sprefix=the+spelling+book+sherry+haye%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com).…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com).……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights.Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download)Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for VideoMusic track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free)Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

What if true education doesn’t require eight hours a day, five days a week? Discover the genius of the one-room schoolhouse model—a system that fostered freedom, faith, and nearly 100% literacy. Learn how you can reclaim this model in your homeschool with help from Charlotte Mason, Ruth Beechick, and the wisdom of America’s founders. Here is the link to the article about math: http://www.besthomeschooling.org/articles/math_david_albert.html Here is the link to Wall Builders: https://wallbuilders.com/ Here is the link to Mott Media: https://www.mottmedia.com/ Here is the link to DIY Homeschooler: https://diyhomeschooler.com/ Here is the link to Freedom Homeschooling: https://freedomhomeschooling.com/✨ Visit my website for free resources and tools to support your homeschool journey:https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/Here is the link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK ____________________________Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God.||||} where to find me:……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com……..blog: http://momdelights.com/……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15)……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily...||||} products by me for moms:……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z.......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Spelling-Gentle-Foundation-Good/dp/B0BBCSXL7K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O8KLX0UDKUT0&keywords=the+spelling+book+sherry+hayes&qid=1675389831&sprefix=the+spelling+book+sherry+haye%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com).…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com).……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights.Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download)Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for VideoMusic track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free)Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

If you like Charlotte Mason, then you will enjoy learning the deep agreement she has with the original American Education formulated by our founding fathers. Also, you will receive a simple framework for creating a plan that will give your child the best; the simplicity and wisdom of the past combined with the freshness and refining for the future. Here is the playlist for Charlotte Mason for Real Moms: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QU5MTbvPD3A&list=PLxbcoXQo3QiwJA4J-lI4_TvGesGa4NRz- ✨ Visit my website for free resources and tools to support your homeschool journey: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ Here is the link to the Homeschooling 101 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yi-jr9P7R1o&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK ____________________________ Interested in supporting the work of Mom Delights? You can go to my blog and you will find a donate button on the side bar or the bottom of the blog post page: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/ In case you were wondering... I am the homeschooling mom of 15, and I'm on a mission to lift up women in their sacred calling to being wives, mothers, and homebuilders for the glory of God. ||||} where to find me: ……..contact: momdelights.com@gmail.com ……..blog: http://momdelights.com/ ……..Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdelights15/ (momdelights15) ……..Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/largefamily... ||||} products by me for moms: ……..Glorious Mothering: How to Become a Joyful, Peaceful, Carefree Mom of Many https://amzn.to/2RNUC3Z .......Splendid Spelling: A Gentle Foundation for Good Spelling https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Spelling-Gentle-Foundation-Good/dp/B0BBCSXL7K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1O8KLX0UDKUT0&keywords=the+spelling+book+sherry+hayes&qid=1675389831&sprefix=the+spelling+book+sherry+haye%2Caps%2C418&sr=8-1……..The Record Book: Make ALL of Your Learning Counthttps://amzn.to/30UvWuB ||||} The Lesson Book. A Charlotte Mason-style unworktext for the McGuffey readers and other twaddle free books (you can find free versions of these for download on my blog, MomDelights.com) .…….The Lesson Book Level One: https://amzn.to/2TWupTq ……..The Lesson Book Level Two: https://amzn.to/2TSel5f ……..The Lesson Book Level Three: https://amzn.to/37slhK7 ……..The Lesson Book Level Four: https://amzn.to/2NZFEXo ……..The Lesson Book Level Five: https://amzn.to/30PvMVy ||||} Gentle Grammar. Simple lessons for beginning writers (free versions are available for free on my blog, MomDelights.com) .……..Gentle Grammar Level 1: https://amzn.to/2S13VxN ……..Gentle Grammar Level 2: https://amzn.to/3aJG1iu ……..Gentle Grammar Level 3: https://amzn.to/38HPyoJ ……..Gentle Grammar Level 4: https://amzn.to/36vCh17 ***These are affiliate links but they will not cost you more. If you click through you and make a purchase you will be supporting Mom Delights. Music track: Giant Wave by Zambolino Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Videos (Free Download) Angels Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios. Link: • [Background Music] Angels - Artistic ... | Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvNC_EOpb8c&list=PL8hapc2gtF5Fo03eEnfp-t34aLkXdzI0L&index=2 Music track: Sky Clearing by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Free Background Music for Video Music track: Wallflower by Epic Spectrum Source: https://freetouse.com/music Background Music for Video (Free) Music track: Yellow Flower by Kashia Source: https://freetouse.com/music Copyright Free Music for Video Music track: Tension Rising by Aylex Source: https://freetouse.com/music Vlog Music for Video (Free Download) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Discover the rich, faith-rooted tradition of true American Education and why it may be the superior choice for your homeschool — beyond the elitism of Classical models. In this post, we explore what makes American Education unique, biblically grounded, and empowering — especially for families seeking structure, purpose, and freedom. Drawing from the wisdom of Noah Webster, McGuffey, and America's founders, this post outlines a compelling case for an education that frees the heart and trains the mind. Here is the link to my website where you will find loads of free resources: MomDelights.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what “real” learning looks like after 36 years of homeschooling my 15 children. We’ve journeyed through the philosophies of Charlotte Mason, Ruth Beechick, Raymond Moore, John Holt, and more—but now it’s time to ask: How do we put all of this into practice? I’ll walk you through a 30,000-foot view of a four-part framework that changed everything for our family: A child’s relationship with God and man Tools for learning (the basics done well) Content (truth-driven and interest-based) Practical skills (the stuff of real life) We’ll also talk about why mimicking public education leads to burnout, how to stay focused in a sea of choices, and how to homeschool with purpose, not just curriculum. Whether you’re just starting out or have been at this a while, this episode will help you reset and refocus on what really matters. Let’s do this—together. For a free printable of this outline, be sure and visit the blog post for this episode on my website: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Are you convinced classical education is good—but still feel something’s missing? After homeschooling 15 children over 36 years, I’ve discovered a deeper, richer way of learning—one that engages not just the mind, but the heart. In today’s video, I explore the concept of “heart-thinking,” drawn from Scripture, science, and real-life moments that can only happen at home. We’ll talk about: Why true learning involves more than just intellect What the Bible says about “delight” and how it relates to education How even the most reluctant learner can be transformed by joy Why some of the most powerful teaching happens in everyday moments—kneading bread, reading aloud, or walking through the woods I’ll also share two of my favorite homeschooling books that beautifully express this philosophy. If you’ve been looking for a higher path in home education—one rooted in joy, relationship, and God’s design—you’ll find encouragement and practical insight here. 📚 Resources Mentioned:  – A Biblical Home Education by Ruth Beechick  – Charlotte Mason Companion by Karen Andreola  – Mother Culture by Karen Andreola  – More on John Taylor Gatto in the playlist below ✨ Visit my website for free resources and tools to support your homeschool journey: https://momdelights.com/index.php/blog/🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the upcoming videos where I’ll dive into the structure behind this “delight-filled” approach.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

What if the secret to a flourishing education isn’t in Classical methods, but in a God-ordained simplicity? Veteran homeschool mom Sherry shares a timeless, Spirit-led approach that shaped the freest nation in history. Learn how to apply Observe, Think, Do—and why the mind of Christ matters more than the well-trained mind. Perfect for Christian homeschooling moms seeking purpose and peace in a complex world. If you like this type of content, be sure and visit my website, MomDelights.com, where you will even find freebies that will help you in your homeschool journey! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Classical Education is being praised by top conservatives, but after 36 years homeschooling my 15 children, I’ve learned it’s not the answer—and may even be harmful. In this video, I explain why I reject it, share historical insights, and offer practical, Christ-centered alternatives like Charlotte Mason, the Moore Formula, and Unschooling. Listen while you get things done, and let’s rethink what “real learning” means. Here is the link to the playlist of this series so far: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEW5gnqzsao&list=PLxbcoXQo3Qiy5eKASa0BO7prU0dgldPFK Here is the playlist for "How Should We Then Live", a video series by the late Francis Schaeffer (father of Susan Schaeffer-Macauley, who authored the book "For the Children's Sake" and introduced us to Charlotte Mason). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QeOrzGbLkU&list=PL9cJRl8EYnLeVDDAdgFMc5VPGAq7FU-73 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Did you know that America’s earliest education was deeply rooted in Christianity? In this episode, Sherry Hayes—homeschooling mom of 15—dives into the true history of American education, exposing how God was intentionally removed from schools and what that has meant for our nation. Discover how literacy once soared because of the Bible, why public schooling became a “new religion,” and how today’s students are paying the price. Packed with eye-opening stats, forgotten documents, and bold truths, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.  👉 Grab your laundry, tune in, and let's reclaim what we’ve lost.  #ChristianEducation #PublicSchoolCrisis #Homeschooling #Gatto #FaithAndFreedom This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

Being the mom of 15 kids has taught me countless lessons in efficiency and organization. From diapering hacks to simplifying daily routines, I’ve learned how to juggle everything with ease. In this post, I share 15 family life hacks that have kept me sane and on top of the chaos! These tips cover everything from quick cleanup routines, efficient shopping, and making the most of your time, to managing kids' clothing and even bathroom time. If you're navigating a busy household or just looking for new ideas to streamline your parenting, this is a must-read! Plus, stay tuned for more hacks in future posts. For more content like this (and loads of freebies), be sure and visit my website, MomDelights.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com

In today’s episode, I answer one crucial question every parent faces when deciding on their family size: Can I afford more children? I break down the true cost of raising children, using the latest stats from the U.S. government, showing how much it costs to raise kids from birth to age 17—and how that stacks up against real-life family finances. With 15 children of our own, my husband and I have experienced both the highs and lows of parenthood and finances. Despite the staggering costs—over $4.6 million—we’ve learned that faith, trust, and God's provision have made all the difference in our journey. Throughout this episode, I’ll share stories of how our family managed during the leanest times, from homelessness to financial struggle, and how God's provision always met our needs. If you’re wondering whether you can afford a larger family, listen in as I offer my personal insights, challenges, and ultimate joy in raising a large family on a tight budget. We may not have had wealth, but our children have been priceless treasures in every way.For more content like this, along with loads of freebies, be sure and visit my website, MomDelights.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit momdelights.substack.com