Nap Time
My two-year-old granddaughter was beyond tired and in desperate need of a nap—but she didn’t want to take a nap. I knew it was exactly what she needed and that nothing else was going to help her disposition. As I … Continue reading →
Crystal Bowman
Crystal Bowman is an award winning, bestselling author, of more than 100 books for children. She is also a lyricist, speaker, mentor, and freelance editor. She has written for many popular series such as Little Blessings, I Can Read, Berenstain Bears, Boz the Bear, and The Princess Parables. She is the co-author of Our Daily Bread for Kids and M is for Manger. She speaks at schools, churches, teachers' conventions, and writers' conferences. www.crystalbowman.com https://www.facebook.com/crystaljbowman
When God Intervenes
When Dabney Hedegard spoke to the MOPS group where I am a mentor, I could not believe her story! When she was six weeks pregnant, she found out she had cancer and put off treatment until it was safe for … Continue reading →
Great Magazines for Children
For decades, Focus on the Family has provided wonderful resources for Christian families. Their magazines for kids are some of my favorites. Clubhouse Jr. Magazine is designed for children ages 3-7, and Clubhouse Magazine is designed for children ages 8-12. … Continue reading →
Let the Whole World Know
Even though it happened several years ago, I will never forget the time I was in the grocery store and I heard a child singing “Jesus Loves Me.” I pushed my cart in the direction of the music and finally … Continue reading →
God Bless America
Many people in our nation are turning away from God, believing that religion is no longer important. As more and more people turn away from God, evil will prevail. In Psalm 33:12 (NIV) it says, “Blessed is the nation whose God … Continue reading →
Fingerprints
I’m a clean freak. It’s not that I mind dirt—I just mind it in my house. Before I had kids, I polished doorknobs, scrubbed grout with a toothbrush, and cleaned the inside of my oven with an S.O.S. pad. My … Continue reading →