We rushed to the door in hopes of getting to church on time. I peered at my youngest son and questioned his attire. Are you wearing underwear? This child of mine refuses to wear his undergarment on most occasions. As a result, we've established the rule that he must wear underwear to church and ... Read More about How Becoming a Parent Transformed My Understanding of God’s Love
Finding Delight In The Everyday Mess
Deserted crayons scattered across the floor marked the crime scene I had just entered. The evidence screamed of tiny bodies once inhabiting this empty space. The crime: colored wax that nicked the top layer of my desk. A flashback of days earlier reminded me of how I had carefully stroked a paint ... Read More about Finding Delight In The Everyday Mess
Five Tips For Easier Mornings With Kids
The clock read 7:28 a.m. I glanced at my four kids - two were reading books, and the other two were playing together on the floor. I quickly did a mental checklist: Clothes and shoes on. Check. Teeth brushed and hair combed. Check. Lunches and snacks packed. Check. I could hardly believe my ... Read More about Five Tips For Easier Mornings With Kids
Four Key Components To Shaping Your Daughter’s Heart
I inhaled slowly as my forehead rested on the table. Just moments earlier, my oldest child rolled her eyes and stomped off yet again. My patience was wearing thin. I have recently moved into a new season: parenting a preteen. My little girl is turning into a young lady. It's evident in many ways. ... Read More about Four Key Components To Shaping Your Daughter’s Heart
11 Incredible Skills I Gained As A Mom
The little ones belted out ‘Happy Birthday’ to their big sister. Our firstborn drew in a deep breath and blew out the candles. We all cheered. Birthdays are a big deal in my family. We love to celebrate, and this birthday in particular marked a special occasion. Double digits for the oldest! In ... Read More about 11 Incredible Skills I Gained As A Mom