Preparing our special-needs child for large family gatherings
There’s nothing more wonderful than gathering with family and friends to celebrate the holidays. Sharing meals, baking cookies, giving gifts, and…
What if it’s a Category 5? Finding hope in time of crisis
A friend of mine asked me about handling crises with a big picture perspective. And the truth is, sometimes worst-case scenarios do come true.…
Five things to remember as your kids start school
With the school year kicking off around the country, parents and children are headed into a full-blown busy season that comes with stress, worries,…
How the power and surprise of hope can impact your family
Every year, our church embarks on a series of risks that we feel like the Lord is asking us to take. One of those risks this year was to have our…
Listen “Up”
“I didn’t hear you.” “But I told you three times.” “You don’t have to yell at me.” “I don’t want to, but you won’t listen.” “I’m busy…
Good News for Bad Parenting Days
Babies cut teeth and kids get sick. All children forget homework assignments or permission slips, and choose to exert their free will in public at…