Building Character – Making Memories
But how will they ever learn to save? Or tithe? Or live on a budget? Steve and I try to end our parenting conferences with at least a short time for Q and A. It’s no surprise to us that one of the most frequently asked questions we hear concerns whether or not we…
Read More“I know it’s Christmas, but I just feel sad!” What is a parent to do if their child just isn’t joyful this Christmas season? While you’ll find plenty of articles and blogs that deal with adult depression and darkness during the holiday season, there’s an unspoken expectation that children will just automatically be filled…
Read MoreChristmas is the perfect season to establish new and meaningful traditions! Whether it’s loading everyone in the family car to drive around looking at Christmas lights or reading aloud beloved books that only come out during the holiday season, it’s so fun to develop new holiday routines that will bring joy to the whole…
Read MoreAre you looking for a way to turn the holidays into a time of spiritual growth, family unity, and wonderful lifelong memories? Start this Christmas season off right by helping your family turn their focus off of self and on to serving others! Christmas is one of those holidays that, if we’re not careful, can…
Read MoreSometimes, we’re much more American, than we are biblical in our parenting! We, Americans, are known for our drive for success. We tackle goals and take great delight when we can check them off on our to-do lists. We strive for more and better; higher heights and exciting new challenges. Which is great…When it comes…
Read MoreDo you remember the old Disney classic, The Fox and the Hound? It doesn’t matter how many times we watched that movie, (and you know how it goes with kids… for a while we watched it over and over and over!) I still cried at the end. Who could resist the adorable little fox,…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever heard us teach, you know that Steve and I think asking questions is one of the most important skills we can utilize. Whether it’s in our marriages, our parenting, or with friends and co-workers, asking good questions can diffuse defensiveness and side-step problems before they become major issues. However, there are some…
Read MoreOne of my greatest joys as a Christian has been the opportunities God has given our family to open our door and offer hospitality to others! I grew up in a home where the door was effectually shut to outsiders. I have no memory of impromptu get-togethers or spontaneous game nights. We didn’t invite…
Read MoreYesterday, I had the privilege to visit with a dear friend as she patiently sat by her new baby’s side in the NICU. An unexpected diagnosis had turned their “normal” birth story into a sudden and frightening experience of wires, and tubes, and beeping monitors. I went to the NICU to encourage Suzanne, but…
Read MoreStop nagging me! You don’t have to tell me every time! Mom, I know already! Have you ever heard something like this from your teenagers? Granted, sometimes such defensive responses are simply the result of the inherent angst that comes with being a teenager, but sometimes, their comebacks are a reaction to us. When our…
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