Recently I had the opportunity to be part of a radio interview based around an article I’d written for Priority! magazine. The article, entitled “Radical Forgiveness,” relates the story of my friends Chuck and Auburn Sandstrom. In 2009, Chuck was … Continue reading →
My first experience with being a long-distance grandma came in 2007 when our daughter and her husband returned to their home in Bosnia with their seven-week-old son. A friend saw the photos we took that day. “The grief is palpable,” … Continue reading →
If the Easter Bunny visits your house, you may be wondering what kind of candy he will bring. By nature, all candy contains sugar, and maybe preservatives, artificial colorings, and/or unhealthy fats. But thankfully, some kinds are a smidgen healthier … Continue reading →
My daughter’s independence-driven, unsupervised bedtime routine went smoothly. Bath? Done. Jammies? Check. Bedtime snack? Finished. She even helped herself to a drink from the refrigerator without spilling! Marching proudly upstairs to bed she climbed under the covers. I settled in … Continue reading →
Where I live in South Florida, drivers are not known for being kind. Whenever I back out of my driveway, I know it will only be a matter of time before someone will cut me off or honk at me. Every once … Continue reading →
Have you ever walked in on a mess involving your child and asked, “What were you thinking?” Your little girl may be the spitting image of her mother. Your little boy may be a chip off his father’s block. But … Continue reading →