What if Christmas was every day? Because it kinda should be—
When Christmas-tide comes in like a bride, With holly and ivy clad, Twelve days in the year, much mirth and good cheer In every household is had From…
Is it time to reset your focus?
The day we became parents was the day our focus changed. While our attention was once on ourselves, our careers, or our weekend plans, in a moment…
A new reason to love Chick-fil-A
Originally published on Foundations with Janet Denison I love Chick-fil-A. The food is great, the service is almost always better than anyone…
Turning Christmas traditions into teachable moments
I loved Christmas long before I loved Christ. I love candlelight and cozy nights. I love card-making and tree-decorating. I love home-made…
Three practices that will increase your family’s joy this holiday season
The holidays are supposed to be “the season of joy,” but conversations with parents this time of year are often characterized more by stress than…
Morning affirmations for school drop-off
How do mornings usually go in your house? For the typical household, it’s a mad dash to get everyone out of bed, fed, dressed, out of the house with…
4 ways kids can show kindness at school
Back to school time brings such a buzz of energy! Weekly rhythms and routines are taking shape, kids are excited about all of the things they’re…
Teaching our kids to respond to children who are different from them
How can we help our children show love and acceptance towards children who are different from them? Whether it’s a classmate at school, someone they…
Why I don’t tell my kids to be nice
Crunch crunch, smack. Like nails on a chalkboard, I could hear the open-mouthed chewing of one of my children from across the room. Chew with your…
