It was my intention to take a real quick look at my Facebook page today. There on my news feed was a post from a distant friend saying she had…
Young Adults
Let’s Hear It for the Boys!
I am learning that sometimes as a mom, I get a lot of things wrong. Watching one of my boys searching to find what God wants him to do (in…
Sex Isn’t Quite The Same As A Good Steak At Outback
“Sex is no more a moral issue than eating a good meal. The fact that we eat most meals at home with spouses and partners does not preclude eating out…
The Prayer Knot
Whether you are sending your child off to kindergarten or to college, the adjustment is a hard one! It is a reminder that they are growing up and that they…
When Children Suffer Loss
Moms and dads are supposed to protect their children, but though we try really hard it just isn’t possible to keep them from harm. It begins with skinned knees and…
This is How I Want to Celebrate Mother’s Day!
I was 27 years old. The room was freshly painted. The crib set up. Clothes neatly folded. Anticipation. Waiting. Waiting. She was late. 2 weeks late! She finally came. I…
How to Bless Your Young Adult Children
It’s easy for us to look back on our high school and college days, and only remember the late night fun, friendships, sporting events, and parties. Even though those things…
Bethany Hamilton Talks About Staying Close to Her Parents
“Soul Surfer” Bethany Hamilton joins us to talk about her relationship with her parents, Thomas and Cherilyn Hamilton, and what they mean to her.
Seasons
The last few months have been a little hard for me. My kids are both in college and involved in more things. My schedule has changed from revolving around school,…
New Year’s Resolutions: Waist or Waste…?
As I worked to clean the kitchen, I caught a glimpse of a poster my eldest received at a special Girl Scout event a few weeks ago. For the 100th…