Every once in a while when I put my sunglasses on, I pretend my sage colored minivan is a shiny black Escalade fully loaded, with all the sparkly trimmings. Windows…
Parenting
Beautiful Mess
“I am a mess” are words I have uttered more times than I would like to admit. Do you feel me? If you are a mom, of course you feel…
Moms, Self Care is Not Selfish
Jill Savage, prolific author and ministry leader shares with Tracey the importance of self care for moms!
To Sleepover, or Not to Sleepover: That Is the Question
At the Gresh home, it seemed like last summer was sleepover season. And with Pinterest providing a plethora of picture-perfect inspiration, it’s unlikely that this summer will be any different. When…
Stepping Up—Helping Others on Mother’s Day
Do you know someone who is dreading Mother’s Day ? The commemorative celebration filled with flowers, joy, and appreciation can turn into a trigger of despair for many women. As…
My Mature Mom Moment
Rachel, my daughter with autism, adheres to routine. Her favorite activity is riding the school bus, which is not available on Saturdays. She didn’t get the memo. At 3 a.m.,…
From a Father to a Daughter
Those of you who have daughters know the awe-inspiring beauty of seeing your little girl’s face for the first time. Every soft hair, every skin cell … it’s all perfect….
3 Things Bedtime Taught Me About My Anger
Have you ever wondered how many different ways you can tell a 7-year-old and two 5-year-olds “no” and to “stay in the bed”? I’ve often wondered if there is something…
Chameleon Mom
“Please close our foster home…” These were very painful words to type. The decision to close our home to fostering was far harder to make than the decision to open…
Learning My Little Boy Has Epilepsy—And Its Unexpected Gift
It wasn’t quite the Christmas present we would have chosen. But it has impacted our family in a way we could never have expected. A few months ago, we were…