I have a strong-willed child and I’m so thankful that I do. Not that it’s easy, as any parent with a strong-willed child will attest. But there are some definite positives to raising a child with a strong will. I … Continue reading →
My mom will be 94 next week. Her heart’s desire has been to stay in the home my father built for her 65 years ago. She is mentally alert and loves being in her home, but recent falls which resulted … Continue reading →
September 11, 2001, was a strikingly shocking, scary day for Americans. But the world—and America—are even more dangerous and frightening places now. There’s no need for me to list the reasons why—you hear about them every day. Our children are … Continue reading →
Today I confess that I am a Christian and I am a children’s author, but I haven’t published a Christian children’s book. So, how is it that I’m allowed to write on the Christian Children’s Authors blog? Good question. When … Continue reading →
My daughter-in-law had a chance to attend a weekend family event so I told her to go and I would watch the kids. My granddaughter is four and my twin grandsons are 20 months. I was excited about spending three … Continue reading →
Are you a person who is driven by so many goals and expectations that you find little time to do anything for the pure joy of doing it? I doubt that this is a pattern that fits everyone, but I am learning … Continue reading →