Encouragement for Tired Moms
I’ve been having a week where I am a lot busier than usual. Add to that a sick kid, and sleep for me has been fleeting…
Babies and Toddlers
41 Great Picture Books that Teach Values for Your Child
Are you looking for some great children’s books that help build character for your kids? Here is a list of some of the best picture…
Enough to Go Around – Thoughts on Giving Generously
It was an ordinary day when I witnessed my three-year-old son snatch a snack-sized bag of pretzels and run in the opposite direction of his…
How to Prepare Your Children for Adoption
I’ll never forget the day those big brown eyes stared at me. Those tiny fingers and toes that fit perfectly on his three pound yellow…
For the Mom of Littles at Church Every Sunday
For the mom of littles at church every Sunday: You’re sitting in the back of the church, waiting for someone to start screaming so you…
I’m Not Enjoying This: A Mom’s Journey to Experiencing God’s Joy
In all my years as a teen and young adult, I babysat exactly once. I remember the kids got mad at me because I didn’t…
Relationships That Tell the Truth
“How are you?” I tilted my head and looked in her eyes. “Fine,” she nodded. But then the up-and-down of her head shifted to side-to-side….
How To Never Give Up As a Parent
When my husband and I started talking about having a family, we never expected that twins would be a part of that equation. But…
The Importance of Building Character Part Three — Gratitude: The Seed of Contentment
It’s a scene that we’ve all witnessed and one that’s all too familiar to most moms: a screaming kid having a tantrum in the aisle of…
How to Reconnect with Your Spouse as a New Parent
Remember the early days when you and your spouse first got married? You couldn’t wait to spend time together when you woke up in the…