Our Family Advent Calendar Tradition
When my children were younger, I wanted to find some ways to celebrate Christmas with an emphasis on spending quality time together as a family,…
When my children were younger, I wanted to find some ways to celebrate Christmas with an emphasis on spending quality time together as a family,…
The Importance of Building Character Part IV – Generosity: The cure for the “gimmes” There’s a super villain that shows up this time of year….
Hurrying through the house, we searched under chairs and beds for the lost shoe. “You need to be more responsible and keep up with things,”…
It’s my favorite time of year again. The leaves have changed and are at their peak. There is a sugar maple tree on the south side of…
Wondering how to keep your kids occupied while you’re whipping up Aunt Marge’s sweet potato casserole? Set up a small table in an adjacent room,…
While there is no fail-proof recipe for raising kids who don’t rebel, here are 10 tips for parenting in a manner that encourages mutual respect,…
About 8 years ago, the adoption discussion began in our home. We collected information, went to information meetings and gathered information from people about their…
Five boys. Five loud, active boys with their own unique personalities and preferences. Personal tastes, too. So at dinner a week or two ago, several…
by Christie Erwin November is National Adoption Month and the second Sunday in November is Orphan Sunday. On one hand, I love this month because…
This past summer I spent a few days with my 15-year-old son, my sister, and her kids at our family cabin at the lake. While…