The Days Are Long, but the Years are Short
Yes, I still have the Christmas tree up in my family room. No, it was not my idea. Those who know me well know my Christmas decor is down by…
What Difference Can I Make?
I laid in bed unable to sleep. What can a stay-at-home-mom like myself do to make a difference? I wondered as I struggled to still my restless mind. I snubbed every…
Family Meetings – Tips and Benefits
When I announced to my teens I wanted to start having family meetings, I could see the look of dread on their faces. I don’t blame them. The fact is…
5 Tips to Set Your Husband Up for Success this Christmas
I don’t know about you but if I don’t keep myself in check I can very easily fantasize about the perfect Hallmark Christmas, and I seem to forget that every…
Releasing Your Teen’s Hand
I was praying for my teens one morning asking God to protect them and to do His will for their lives, when I had a vision of myself walking with…
At His Table
I was setting the table for dinner the other day (something I hadn’t done in a very long time), and my heart began to stir-up with excitement about intentionally preparing…
When Your Teens and Pre-Teens Question Their Faith
My family and I recently attended an apologetics conference for High School students with both of my teens, and one of the topics discussed was the fact that teens will…
Time Management for Teens
How would your teens school experience be different this year if they learned a few time-management skills? How many stressful moments could be avoided in your family dynamics if your…
Do Your Teens Have Mentors?
As a mother of two teenagers, I see my kids and their friends and often think to myself, how can I share with them the important things I’ve learned that…
Love is Patient
I tell my teens that I love them every day, and I mean it with all my heart. But I know the way I love my kids doesn’t always align…