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Here are some links that I’ve enjoyed over the last week

Australia’s day of Thanksgiving is earlier in the year but I have enjoyed reading Heart of the Matter’s weekly Meme where different bloggers have shared what they are thankful for.  It is always good to have a refocus on gratefulness.

I have been excited to find this Art curriculum.  I have ordered it for Nomi’s lessons next year.  Though she will continue to do FIAR this will be a delight study for her, which will also incorporate some discipleship opportunities.

This week the movie, Australia, was premiered in town.  There was quite a buzz.  More so in our family than we expected because Nomi helped out some friends in a fancy dress competition and they ended up winning two double passes to that nights premiere.  They gave one set away.  The other set went to the two dads – so off they went to the Premiere showing – red carpet and all!

I spent a bit of time looking at this Alternative Calendar.  I like the idea of being more aware of various church/Christian celebrations.  I have earmarked a selection onto my 2009 diary – not all of them, but the ones that fit our family.  I envisage using these dates at least for dinner time conversation.  When we discuss a variety of issues around the table we have the opportunity to speak into our children’s lives in a variety of ways!

We all need a tree…. This came through my email and it was certainly timely.  I am sure we all need reminding of this life lesson at some time.