Raising kids. Keeping House. Choosing joy, every day.
Today seemed like a holiday. A mini-vacation. My friend Shana asked me to go over for lunch. We are both in the same season of life, each of us with a child away right now: hers in military training and mine in Germany. Our kids …
My son is in the process of joining the Civil Air Patrol which until recently I knew very little about. In fact, although my grandfather and great uncles all served in the military, I personally have very little military knowledge at all (this cannot …
Have you ever had a disagreement with someone that escalated for some unknown reason? Maybe they responded sinfully, and said hurtful things? Maybe you responded sinfully by dishing it back or writing them off. If you turn on any current TV sitcom, “family life” is …
Any homeschooling mother will tell you: most of us can’t wait for summer. There is nothing like packing up a lunch and heading to the beach for a looong day of beach combing, splashing and building sandcastles. I love the relaxed mornings and taking the …
This past week has been one full of answered prayer and unexpected blessing. Ephesians 1:8 says that God lavishes grace upon us and that has been so evident this week in our lives. If you are ever doubting what God is doing, just wait. He …
Yes, Submission. I am a firstborn. My husband is the baby of his family. These dynamics between us led to some pretty interesting first years of marriage. It took me a long time to realize that just because “leading” was my personality (and …
Have you ever noticed the immediate bond you feel with a believer who is a servant? Someone who is looking out for the good of another believer? Someone who wants to help you and build you up in the faith? This week, my daughter Rebekah …
Five ways we send mixed messages to our kids: 1. Teach them that knowing and loving God is the most important aspect of life but then neglect reading His word to them and put everything else before Sunday worship: sleep, housework, baseball, family parties, work, …
I recently had the opportunity to review this new eBook: How To Grow Your Blog and Manage Your Home By Jacinda Vandenburg. And in 24 hours, I am giving away a free copy of this ebook! This is a practical guide of what to do …
To overstate the deliciousness of these cookies would not be easy! I first bought one at a Whole Foods and knew I had to make them at home. These cookies are special and a little more expensive because the nuts are a bit pricey, but …