Navigating a new family
It takes courage to walk into a ready-made family and love someone else’s children…and someone else’s husband. You see, I married a widower with two…
Cultivating friendship with people who think differently
When we started attending our current church two years ago, my mother-in-law offered to drive me each Tuesday morning to the mom’s group at our…
The tug-of-war between parents and adult children
Being the parent of an adult child is like playing tug-of-war. As a parent, part of you knows when to set your child free to live their own lives.…
Honoring your mother-in-law
My mother-in-law and I are complete opposites. She’s extroverted and loves to talk. I’m introverted and prefer to listen. She loves big family…
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…
Redeem Your Fathering
I was crying my eyes out with conviction—deep audible gasps for breath in between agonizing cries of repentance. I had just encountered a truth that…
Fathering like the Father
“You’re a good, good father, it’s who you are…and I’m loved by you, it’s who I am” are the words to Chris Tomlin’s song, Good Good Father. These…
Releasing my grip on my almost adult child
My daughter is a “late bloomer” when it comes to driving. Thanks to COVID slowing things down with government agencies, she got a driver’s permit…
Sibling Rivalry: How to to survive daily conflict
Without notice, a shrieking cry from upstairs fills the house. I brace myself against the kitchen counter waiting to see if the issue will sort…
