One of the things I enjoy most about my life is my job. Sure there are those days that are tiring, frustrating, and just completely overwhelming, but they are usually more of a combination of stressors (kids, job, housework, outside commitments)than just related to the job. I consider Christian education one of the most important fields in today's culture.
As traditional American and Christian values slowly (these days more quickly) fade from society, it is encouraging to me to be able to enter a haven of learning that specifically and unapologetically trains students by weaving Biblical principles, moral values, and a Christ-centered worldview all through the academic curriculum. A Christian environment is very important, but even more important is the transfer of accurate information (not some politically correct revision of history and diminished absolutes) into the hearts and minds of our kids. In addition, we have the flexibility to give the students experiences that are interesting, fun, and practical.
This semester I have been guiding a Home Economics course for our high school girls. Keep in mind that Home Ec is a little different now than it probably was 25 years ago. :) Although not part of the ACE curriculum, this Home Ec course is set up in the same individualized format, which is really nice. We have lock stepped their pages so that everyone is together (not something we usually do), and then we do group activities throughout. Our most recent venture was a trip to Kitchen Aid headquarters in Greenville, OH.




Jennifer, Emily, Ashley, Kerri, and Sharree...

Our first stop was the Kitchen Aid retail store in downtown Greenville. We participated in a cooking demonstration...Texas Roadhouse Rolls and Cinnamon Butter...mmmm!

A kitchen to die for!

Mom went along to help with Alli & Kait who were too young to tour the plant (they went shopping instead!)...

Our friendly hostess and cook...she told us how cooking had become her passion. At first, she didn't realize that it was a God-given talent, but she now uses her ability in ministry, and understands that it is her passion...her calling.

Mixer # 1,000,000! Gold plated...

Every Kitchen Aid is made in Greenville, OH! They now produce 7,000 per day, as compared to...

The Original 1919 Kitchen Aid model. All attachments are still made in the same exact size, a universal fit...

We had so much fun checking out all the colors! Their textile line is unbelievable, as well as all the other tools available.

Having fun in the "basement" of the retail store. They had a small museum area, as well as an area with refurbished items for sale...

I have high hopes for Kaitlynn in the cooking dept...she loves to be in the kitchen, and does a pretty good job! When she gets in a play kitchen where everything is her size, she reminds me of my Grandma Yount, who is a very speedy, incredibly awesome cook. Kaitlynn flies around just like her! Fortunately, there isn't any flour to fly!

Getting ready to tour the plant...headsets and safety glasses! We were able to watch every single piece of a Kitchen Aid go together...even the tiny little motor! The colors are awesome. Some of the colors are only sold in Europe or other places, so we won't get to see them on American shelves.

Definitely a good day!