It’s the end of a long day and the kids are finally nestled in their beds. I take a deep breath as I head back down stairs, just to remember that my floors are littered with toys. Sighing, I start the big clean up, and dream of clutter-free gift ideas, where the presents we give…
As a Christian woman, I am always on the hunt for wonderful faith-based gifts to give to my lovely friends and family. Personally, I love to look for gifts that are uplifting and help them stay grounded in their faith. These best faith gifts for women under $30 are ALWAYS my go-to resource before I…
Before you became a mom, you dreamed of leading your child to a personal relationship with the Lord. It’s been your vision to shepherd your child’s heart towards knowing and loving the Lord. Maybe you even imagined sharing your favorite quiet time tips as you lead your child towards a deep spiritual growth. Fast forward…
In a culture of more give than take, kids can be used to having every whim indulged and every wish granted. Yet it’s important that we help children understand that God calls us to give more than we take. Doing random acts of kindness and family service projects are a great way to teach kids…
For me, as a teacher, August is like the beginning of the year. I try to set New School Year’s Resolutions, create new habits, and set myself up for success. However, many times I fall short (probably because I bite off more than I can chew.) One goal that I have worked hard to maintain…
“I don’t want to go to school!” It was the third time in a week that I heard this broken record. Every morning started the same, I woke up my son and then for the next hour I had to keep pushing him to do the next task in order to be ready to leave…
One of the biggest changes we face as parents of tweens and teens is the shift from having little kids to big ones, from parenting children to guiding young adults. Often, during the preteen years, our kids can start to pull away. They go from chatting incessantly to holding everything in. Conversations that once…
So I don’t know about you, but as a teacher, I am counting down my days until the summer. Sure, I love my job but I also love not having to set my alarm clock and not having to bring work home with me. Even with a job I enjoy, the summer off is enticing….
Being a Christian for 40 years should mean I know what I’m doing. You would think God is a huge part of my life and my every day, but can I admit I’m lacking? In my mind, I have enough energy to do all my roles: wife, mom, daughter, and friend. This energy also allows…
Last spring my Grandfather celebrated his 90th birthday and a few months later, took his last breath. His passing left hole in my heart, yet inspired a renewed passion for taking care of the elderly. And it reminded me what truly matters in our fleeting time on earth. In this modern age, self interest, greed…
Have you had times of marriage problems when your husband has disappointed you? Of course you still respect him, you still love him, you still honor him, but maybe he has done or not done something that causes that little twinge in your heart. As of this week, I have been married 20 years! In…