God Not Google
Where do you immediately turn when you need help? In this digital age, many of us grab our phone or computer. We quickly Google a…
Why Is Screen Time So Alluring To Kids?
I was waiting in line to buy tickets for a school event. There was a little boy sitting on a chair, holding an iPad. Within…
Raising Good Conversationalists
Do you sometimes feel embarrassed in front of your friends because your child won’t talk and simply grumbles a “yes” or “no” to an adult’s…
Leftovers, Again?
When I was a kid I used to get so disappointed when my mom told me we were having leftovers for dinner. I don’t know…
Texting Leads to Discontent
Our dear friends have a son who was a handful. He experimented with drugs and alcohol. Upon graduating from high school he gladly announced that he heard…
Are Screens Harming Your Child’s Communication Skills?
I remember when my daughter Lucy was two, she would scream “MILK!” from her chair like an irate tyrant. I quickly realized that was not…
What Are Selfies Doing To Our Kids?
When I was growing up, the camera of choice was the Polaroid. I took pictures of my gray and white cat Pokie. I took pictures…
Humbling … Asking for Help from You
The last few weeks have been quiet for me. There have been some family medical issues that have kept me caring for the needs of…
Jesus Take the Phone … Take It From My Hand …
The other day my middle son asked if I would sit down and play the piano with him. I was busy writing something on my…
Internet and Gaming Addiction
I talked to some moms recently who have dealt with a child who was addicted to internet video gaming. This is a serious problem in…