Talking to your kids about the Covenant School shooting
When I was in college in California, countless of my friends went to Borderline to go line dancing. We held sorority events there. We never felt…
The Mom of Fall
It is finally fall. We are past the whole “back-to-school” crazy but haven’t quite hit the “holiday” crazy. This is my favorite time of year.…
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,…
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…
Three prayers to pray over your child as they begin a new school year
The school year is right around the corner and that can bring a wave of emotions. Whether you’re excited and eager or stressed and anxious about what…
A prayer for the first day of school
Embarking on a new school year can bring a swirl of emotions for both kids and parents. Whether you’re hiding your tears for your little one's first…
5 things to tell your kids going back to school
As adults, we largely get to choose our environments. We can spend our time with people we like, people who help us thrive. Our children, on the…
Eight ideas for intentional family time this summer
As my daughter’s preschool graduation day loomed, I noticed my heart becoming more anxious. The thought of her going to a larger school seemed…