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…
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…
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…
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…
Bethany Hamilton Talks About Staying Close to Her Parents
In this interview, “Soul Surfer” Bethany Hamilton joins us to talk about her relationship with her parents, Thomas and Cherilyn Hamilton, and what they mean…
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…
My Mom Will Feed You!
I was reminded yesterday of one of my kids’ favorite lines: “My mom will feed you!” All I have to do is think about it,…
An Empty Nest Christmas
“This Christmas is going to be so hard, really hard. I’m already dreading it.” I vividly remember this heartache of a few years ago. It was…
The Reason
After losing my mom just a little over a month ago, having my dad come stay with us two weeks, lots of company for Thanksgiving…
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The Christmas Photo — What’s a Step family to do?
“My mom wants to have a new family picture taken for Christmas,” Tanya shared. “She updates the photo every few years and sends it with…