Every family has a story—this is ours. It’s woven with love, faith, laughter, and plenty of real-life moments that shape who we are and how we grow.
You’ll read a lot about my daughter Lucy on this blog. We spend nearly every moment together, and I’m fully immersed in her learning journey. But our story wouldn’t be complete without Anderson—my bonus son and the first light who made me a mom. While you may not see him featured as often, that’s simply because I’m not with him 100% of the time, nor am I solely responsible for his education. But Anderson is just as deeply loved and cherished, and so much of what I’ve learned as a parent has come from him. His presence in our lives is a gift, and you’ll see more of his story woven in as we grow.
The Spark Behind Raising Light
Raising Light was born from a desire to live intentionally and to help our children grow into who they were uniquely created to be. It’s a reflection of our family’s journey—one rooted in love, faith, curiosity, and a deep desire to make the most of these fleeting, formative years.
This space grew out of our experience homeschooling our daughter, Lucy, and walking alongside our son, Anderson, as we navigate life with grace, grit, and a whole lot of laughter. Along the way, we’ve found that the most meaningful parenting happens when we tune out the noise and trust the light within—God’s guidance, our children’s natural wonder, and the sacred beauty in slow, purposeful living.
A Home Rooted in Faith and Learning
Our days begin with coffee and cuddles, scripture and sunshine. From the beginning, we knew we wanted our home to be more than a place to live—it would be a place to grow.
Our faith grounds us. It shapes how we parent, how we educate, how we love. We believe every child is a masterpiece in the making, entrusted to us for a purpose far greater than we can imagine. That belief is the foundation of our homeschooling journey and the heartbeat of Raising Light.
Here, learning doesn’t stop at the end of a worksheet. It’s found in the kitchen while baking bread, in the backyard digging for worms, and in the quiet moments reading together by the fire. It’s intentional, flexible, faith-filled—and above all, joyful.
A Mother’s Calling, A Father’s Steadfast Strength
Before I was “Mom,” I was a teacher, a wildlife rehabilitator, a dog trainer, and a Realtor. But none of those roles lit up my soul the way motherhood does. Becoming Lucy’s mom awakened something deep in me—a calling I didn’t fully know I had. Homeschooling wasn’t just a decision; it was a divine invitation to lead with love, create with intention, and nurture the light I saw growing in her from the very start.
Richard—husband, father, best friend, and partner in all things—is the steady heartbeat of our home. He is fiercely loyal, endlessly hardworking, and somehow always makes time for bedtime stories and Saturday morning banana pancakes. His eyes smile when he laughs, and his unwavering faith keeps our family grounded. Where I dream, he builds. Where I teach, he cheers. We are different in the best ways, and together, we are raising something beautiful.
Raising Lucy: Wonder, Wisdom, and Wiggles
Lucy came into the world with eyes wide open—curious, joyful, and already full of questions. From a young age, she has danced through life with a spark that’s impossible to miss. Her giggle could brighten the darkest day, and her courage constantly inspires us. Whether she’s practicing karate with kids twice her age, leading warmups with the confidence of a seasoned athlete, or diving deep into a new book well beyond her grade level, Lucy reminds us daily that childhood isn’t a race—it’s a garden to tend with care.
We chose to homeschool not out of fear, but out of faith. Faith that we could offer Lucy an education rooted in wonder, purpose, and love. Our days are filled with stories, science, scripture, and slow mornings snuggled on the couch. We follow her lead, nurture her gifts, and gently challenge her to grow—mind, body, and spirit.
She is the reason Raising Light exists. She’s the heartbeat behind every post and the bright little soul who reminds us what’s possible when we lead with love and listen with intention.
Why We Share Our Story
We don’t share our story because we have it all figured out. We share it because we know how powerful it can be to hear, “You’re not alone.”
Whether you’re just beginning your parenting journey, questioning traditional paths, navigating homeschooling, or simply trying to hold onto the light in the chaos of everyday life—we’re here to walk alongside you.
Raising Light is more than a blog. It’s a place to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most. It’s a space where faith meets learning, joy meets intention, and small moments build a radiant life.
If you’re new here, I invite you to start with About Me to learn a little more about my heart and why I created this space. You can also explore Learning to Shine: My Journey with Dyslexia to read how my own childhood challenges became the foundation for how I parent and teach today.
If something here resonates with you, welcome. You belong here.
“Wherever you are in your parenting journey, may light lead the way.”
Raising Light 