Southern Moments Archives

10 Blogging Truths I’m Still Learning

It’s been a year. Together, we’ve managed to accrue 63 articles, 16,375 visits to the blog, and right at 1,200 followers. I’d say we’re doing pretty good! While

ASD’s One Year Blogiversary Gift Basket Giveaway!

It's been a year. A whole year. We made it. All of us. Together. Writing, reading, discussing, sharing ideas, memories, and encouragement. And here we

5 Sayings I Want My Kids To Know

Growing up, my family used lots of “sayings” to dispense wisdom or teach a lesson. They were called sayings where I lived, at least. They’re also known as

Now I Think Carolina and Calabash

When I think of South Carolina, I think Palmetto trees and tobacco farms. I don’t think peaches even though South Carolina is the U.S.’s leading

My South

I like to hear the phrase, “Hello, child” even though I’m 40. I like the comfort of eating warm plums right off the tree. I

I Got to be on a Radio Show. And I Learned Some Stuff.

I got to be on the radio. And I learned some stuff. Or relearned some stuff; however you want to think about it because these lessons seem to be reoccurring

Instructional Method: Making Your Philosophy Work for You (Homeschool 101, pt.4 : It’s Not Your Mama’s Homeschool)

The last installment in this series has been a long time coming. We took a break for Easter, the Kentucky Derby, Mother's Day, and a contest. But now it is

May Gift Basket Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to Jodi B from TX! Jodi is the winner of ASD's May Gift Basket Giveaway! I can't wait to hear from Jodi about all the ways she's enjoying her

May Gift Basket Giveaway!

Mother's Day has passed, but the fun is not over just yet! All of you inspired me so much with your comments about spring planting and

Spring Bird’s & Tea Winner!

We have a winner! Thanks to Random.org's random number generator, Robyn H. is our winner!! Robyn, I hope there are still some daffodils out your way for to

Spring Birds & Tea Gift Basket Giveaway!

When I sat down to write about this basket I thought about calling it "The Birds and The Tea" because outside right now there are birds flitting here and there,

Homeschool 101: It’s Not Your Mama’s Homeschool (pt.3, My First Philosophy)

When we began this series, I thought it would be fun and possibly helpful to take a peek at my very first written educational philosophy. This

Homeschool 101: It’s Not Your Mama’s Homeschool- (pt.2 four common philosophies)

Homeschooling can seem like an unapproachable task until you have asked yourself some tough but fundamental questions about education, its purpose and how you

Homeschool 101: It’s Not Your Mama’s Homeschool- (pt.1 educational philosophy)

This article is the first of three in a series called Homeschool 101 discussing some basic approaches to homeschooling and offering some methods to put those

ASD’s December Winners!

We had TWO winners in December! Lisa Dupree won a set of silver coffee measuring spoons and a yummy southern flavored coffee for being our 500th Facebook

Christmas Gift Basket Giveaway!

That’s right! It’s time for another subscriber giveaway! The 12 days of Christmas starts today, and I think this charming ASD gift basket is just the thing to

Wonderful Things Happen When We Gather Around A Table

He brought me to His banqueting table; His banner over me is Love. Song of Solomon 2:4 Sometimes, events happen in our lives that change just about

Deciding to Homeschool- Julie’s Story

Julie Anderson is ASD's first guest contributor, and I am proud to share her story with you. In it, I hope you find encouragement and

Hometown Heritage: A Hidden Gem Chock Full of Surprises

There is this quaint little place I love to visit just off Hwys 45 and 100 in Henderson, TN. It is filled with the wonderful earthy smell of soy candles