Interruptions. Obstacles. Full Stops. Moments when God locks doors and makes the handles red hot to burn your fingers and keep you safe from going places you shouldn’t. Moments when your…
Parenting
How to Explain Autism to Other Kids
Last weekend, a friend invited us over for a family party. This friend is so accepting of Rachel’s autism issues that I didn’t think twice about going. While there, Rachel…
Staying Connected as a Family
We have a guest today! Teresa Gaikema joins Tracey to discuss staying connected as family and how to do so during our busy schedules.
How to Talk to Kids about Sex
It was time for “The Talk.” Our six-year-old son was coming up with some astute observations. Like folding clothes for the pregnancy center: “You’re joking, Mom! Girls can’t have babies…
Sweet Smell of Love
Have you ever had an allergic reaction to something? Well, I have … now. And let me tell you, it is not pretty. It all started with an annoying little…
Raising Children Overseas is a Little like Goulash
Contrary to popular opinion in the U.S., Hungarian Gulyás (Goulash) is not a thick sauce and meat chunks served over noodles, but rather a soup. It is a delicious soup with…
How to Coax Your Child Out of Her Shell
Do you have a shy child or one who needs a little help to come out of her shell? This week on MomLife Today, we are featuring Tricia Goyer who…
Control Freak Mom
Is it really necessary for me to think I need to be in control of every aspect of my teenagers’ lives? No. Then why, ten minutes ago, did I “grill” the…
Anger — My Next Steps
Now that the cat’s out of the bag on my anger problem — and I’m finding I’m not alone (a huge thanks for the honesty, ladies!) — I figure I should…
Confessions of an Angry Mom
Do you have an anger management problem? Don’t be too quick to answer … read on! A few weeks ago, fellow blogger Janel laid it all right out there for…