Everyday Thanksgiving for Kids
Giving thanks is the star of Thanksgiving Day, but if that’s the only time a family verbalizes what they are thankful for, it just isn’t enough. Gratitude is something children learn best by watching...
View ArticleTruly Accepting Things You Can’t Change
Recently I was asked to be a panelist at a parenting forum. One of the participants wanted me to share a difficult yet defining moment of motherhood. Quite easily my memory took me back to August of...
View Article3 Not-So-Simple Steps to Help Your Children Succeed
It’s that time of the year again when I tally up how many piano lessons I’ve taught for the year, not wanting to cheat Uncle Sam! As I add up each student’s lessons, it is not surprising that the ones...
View Article2 Tools to Help Kids Do Anger Better
She was angry. There was no doubt about it. Her words, "You stupid egghead," made it clear … even if they proved to be an oxymoron. After all, it's common knowledge that eggheads are smart, right?...
View ArticleThe Secret to Confident Parenting
Parenting is a crazy journey. It can feel simultaneously wonderful and terrible all at the same time! I know because I’ve been there. I’ve raised four kids and now have five grandchildren. Most of my...
View ArticleGod and Pregnancy Disappointments
Stunned might be the best word to describe my husband Ted's reaction when those two pink lines appeared. The ones that screamed, "Your wife is pregnant!" We'd only been married eight months. Home...
View ArticleGiving Your Child a Heart For the World
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations.” —Matthew 28:19 When our kids were growing up my husband did an incredible job of cultivating in them a love for the world. Often he would orchestrate...
View ArticleAn 11-Year-Old’s Honest Letter to Sports Illustrated
In my free time I run a blog with my mom called Nitty Gritty Love. My brother was recently out for the day with my dad, and came home upset after seeing the most recent Sports Illustrated cover. My mom...
View ArticleMercy and Grace During Infertility
“So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.” – Hebrews 4:16 When you spend a lot of time in the...
View ArticleA Christmas Reflection: The Most Beautiful Christmas Tree
One of my favorite childhood memories is reflecting on Christmas at our little country church. In my mind I can still see the snow falling in big fluffy flakes as we walked into the church for our...
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