Romantic Ideas Abound Here
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, so do tell: what do you have planned for Hubby? We must remember that Valentine’s Day is not just for…
A New Year, A New Blessing
Thursday, December 29th, I went to my doctor’s office for a routine prenatal visit. Being as far along as I was in my pregnancy, I…
A Late Unwrapping
Maybe it’s because it’s December. Maybe not. Gifts are given at other times of the year, I know. And all are not wrapped in shiny paper tied…
Conquering Holiday Hassles — Part 2
Please welcome back Dr. Laura Petherbridge, who has for several years poured her life into teaching and ministering to families worldwide. Today we continue her…
Conquering Holiday Hassles Part 1
When I was a child, Christmas Eve was an elaborate event in my dad’s Italian family. For that special night, my Nana prepared an exceptional…
The Best CHRISTmas Ever
My son has to be the biggest fan of the Christian children’s cartoon “Veggie Tales.” He absolutely loves them. He mimics every character, and he…
Autism and the Pumpkin Patch and the Park (aka, Why Friends are Awesome)
The other day, Rachel and my other daughter had a day off of school, so I had the brilliant idea to take them to a…
Mom Tips to Build Volunteer Kids
Let’s volunteer! You know the old saying, “It is better to give than receive.” For many families, the best gifts they can give is the…
A Short Prayer for Teachers and Caregivers in a New School Year
It’s the season of releasing our children into the hands of teachers and caregivers. And it can be frightening! We have so little control over…
How to Make a Simple Tutu
My three-year-old girl wears her play tutu about three days a week: sometimes under her dress (she loves dresses, too), sometimes over; sometimes to the…