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A California surfer new to the Northwest decides to try snowboarding. In his mind the sports are virtually identical, using the same movement patterns to get the same results. The only difference is that a surfboard glides on top of water, a snowboard on snow. The surfer, once off the lift, straps in and points…
Why Write when You Can Text… or type, click, point, or use co-pilot?
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It’s Not Too Late – Yet
The deadline for testing in Oregon is August 15, 2025. Testing to comply with Oregon homeschool law is very important. Besides testing for compliance, why else would you choose to test now? Here are three reasons: If you have not tested yet and would like to, or if you know someone who needs to as…
The Post I Never Thought I’d Have to Write
I remember hearing a “good news, bad news” joke years ago. It made me laugh, but in an uncomfortable sort of way. It went something like this” The good news is, you’re going to heaven. The bad news is, you’re going tonight! Sure, as Christians, we look forward to enjoying the “sweet by and by,”…
