A Helpful Tool

Yes, the Baird Bunch is still here. I have let our blog sit on the back burner for quite a while. I apologize for the lack of posting, but cannot say I would do it differently. Our family's schedule is jam packed, so something had to go. At this time I am evaluating whether to take it down or continue. As I look back on the blog I see it as such a treasure. It was a helpful tool during such a difficult time for our family and many others. When my precious friend and sister in Christ, Jill was taken from us suddenly to be with her Savior, the blog was a way to share our grief and resources we used to cope. So many people were affected by Jill's life. I am thankful that Jonathan was able to use the blog in the wonderful way he did. He is truly gifted with words. I, on the other hand am not. I am not a writer, but really have a desire to be! I am just not sure a blog is a good way for me to practice. I hate to put others through my ramblings. :)

This year we have begun to teach our two oldest children at home in hopes to educate them classically. Since as their teacher, I have not been classically educated, I have a lot of work ahead of me. I am excited about getting to go back and pick up things I missed out on growing up, but I am intimidated at the task of teaching myself to think differently.

One of the passions Jill and I shared was for our home. We had many discussions about how we can best serve our husbands and our family by managing our home. I fail in so many ways in this area. It is a daily struggle to create an environment that is welcoming, comforting and safe for my family and my guests. One of Jill's goals was that her home would be a place where her guests couldn't help but think of God. That is my prayer!