Welcome to Daily Encouragement!
Hi, I’m Charlene Notgrass. I was born a long time before you, way back in 1953. I loved homeschooling — once I learned how to make homeschooling who our family was instead of something I carried around like a big, heavy burden every day. From the lessons God has taught me, I offer you daily encouragement.
“Good Job, Mama”
Our granddaughter Clara turned two on May 28, just a few days before she, her parents, Ray, and I headed west for three homeschool conventions. I was privileged to ride beside her all the way there and back. Our total…
Carousels, Velvet, and Rabbit Fur
The Harvey’s department store in Nashville, Tennessee, was not only the place to buy scouting uniforms; it was a children’s wonderland all year ’round. Harvey’s slogan was “It’s fun to shop at Harvey’s.” It was. Carousel horses stood in alcoves…
Silver and Gold
It was Brownie day! Before school, I pulled my Brownie dress over my head and fastened my narrow Brownie belt around my waist. I stuck my toes in my Brownie socks, pulled them over my heels, and pushed my feet…
When God Gave Me a Hidden Treasure
Back in the 1990s, John, Bethany, Mary Evelyn, and I joined other homeschoolers for an all-day field trip with a creation scientist. We began in Cookeville, Tennessee, which rests on a geographic feature called the Highland Rim. During the day,…
Good Medicine
I got one of my favorite treats today. Ray and I had lunch with my brother Steve. He suggested a meat and three place in an old part of Nashville. Having just returned from our convention travels last night, I…
Experts
We had one more morning to see some sights before heading home to Tennessee. We decided on more ancient Native American ruins, this time at Bandelier National Monument. The road in was paved, a bit the worse for wear, but…