When Plans Go Awry, Listen to This Voice, Not That One
Everyone was visiting for Christmas and all things had been going as planned. “Do you have a bowl?” My adult daughter caught me off guard…
Adult Children
Resources for the Empty Nest and Beyond
Are you navigating life with adult children? Whether you’re embracing an empty nest, building healthy adult relationships, or seeking God’s guidance for communication, boundaries, and connection, you’re in the right place. These articles offer hope, grace, and spiritual insight to help you walk confidently in your role as a praying, loving parent through every stage of adulthood.
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Exit Bitterness
My mother and grandmother had a contentious relationship. I say “relationship” very gingerly. As a youth the divorce of her parents put a wedge between…
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Launching Our Children Like Arrows
This past fall a photo stream of parents dropping their kids off at college filled my social media newsfeeds. Proud, teary eyed parents, beaming teenagers,…
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Holidays with Parents and In-laws: Let It Be Good
You’re into preparation mode-shopping, cooking, invitations, fundraisers, junk mail, Christmas cards, special parties. And this is above and beyond the regular stuff on your plate–sports…
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6 Helpful Mother In Law Ideas to Strengthen Your Family
What makes a great mother in law and how can you be a godly mother in law that draws your family closer together? Becoming an…
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When the Stepkids Are Adults: Tips for Connecting with Adult Stepchildren
“I’ve decided to begin some new techniques with my adult stepchildren,” stepmom Nancy shared with me. “I sent an email to my step daughter-in-law sharing how…
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6 Hot Tips for a Successful Family Reunion
Exhausting, exhilarating, bonding, hysterical and oh yeah, did I mention exhausting?? Yes! We just had our annual “Yates Family Reunion.” We have 5 kids, all…
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Stepfamily Suggestions for Weddings, Graduations and Proms, Oh My!
There’s nothing like a wedding, graduation, prom, or special occasion to get the tension taut in a stepfamily. That’s because dreams, family traditions, and high…
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How To Prepare For A Great Empty Nest Marriage
Picture this: your kids have moved out, and it’s just you and your husband living at home. Do you feel a mixture of excitement and…
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Praying for the Men in Our Lives
I waited as long as I could for Ray to come to bed but sleep overtook me. I knew it was like so many times…
