Let’s face it. It is no secret that life as a parent is busy. That is why today I am going to give you the simplest and yet also the most effective way to connect with your family at any age or stage!
Why acts of service may be simpler than you think.
It was a Tuesday afternoon, I sat in the shade at the skate park watching my youngest son learn beginner tricks on his skateboard while my older two boys played a game of 1-v-1 on the adjacent basketball court. As you can imagine, sitting at the skate park was not on my day’s agenda. However, […]
Let’s Take a Stand Against Comparison
One of my deficiencies as a mother is hair. I have two daughters, each with long, flowing heads of hair that beg to be fashioned into braids and buns and all sorts of things I’m terrible at creating. So when my teen asked me to French braid her hair last week—before she left for a […]
6 Tips for Discovering the Right College and Career Plan for Your Child
Helping your teen find their post-graduate plans doesn’t have to be a burden or feel overwhelming. It’s actually one of the most rewarding experiences as a parent—helping your student fledge and launch their wings into the life God has for them! Spring is a great time to explore post-high school options with your teen. As […]
Holding onto Faith When the Healing Doesn’t Come
We arrive at the chapel at sunset. A gorgeous orange and pink palette spread out across the sky, reminding us that God continues what he set in motion. Tonight, the Spirit compels us to pause and lay everything down at the feet of Jesus. In faith, we gather to pray, worship, and plead with God […]