Finding freedom from hurry
The words were so full of the grace I craved, I nearly wept. I’d been reading Rowan Williams’ Where God Happens: Discovering Christ in One Another,…
Tips for partnering with your child’s teacher
As a Christian parent, I believe all God’s children deserve a quality education. Not just my own three children (now grown!), but also my two…
Choosing gratitude
“Ok, let’s all say what we’re grateful for,” my dad smiles in delight. It’s Thanksgiving Day, and we’re continuing our annual tradition. We slowly…
Parent Differently: Raise kids with biblical character that changes culture
Is character really a big deal? For your children to develop biblical character, you need to pay attention to and address what they believe. I’ve…
The gift of being present for your children
We live in a society (and a time in history) where we have a plan for everything. Knowledge and information are only a click away, which has given us…
The motherhood myth of Mary Poppins
My boys were five, three, and a baby when I walked into my mother-in-law’s kitchen. There was Anna, up early, making a big breakfast, chatting with…
When your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
The church was packed. The music was loud. Lily clasped her hands over her ears and started to shake. Her father gave her a pair of earphones and…
A letter to the motherless mother as we approach Mother’s Day
Dear motherless mother, I see you. It’s that time of year: the commercials, the flowers, the signs in every store you walk into—it’s Mother’s Day.…
Momming: Is great too much to ask?
In the filtered reality of social media, setting “great” as a standard for motherhood feels like a lot of added pressure. But let’s be honest, no…
