How many times have you said to your child, grandchild, or student, “Do your best”? It almost goes without saying that most children hear this quite often from at least one or two people in their lives. In the New … Continue reading →
Stacking stones is a popular summer activity while cooling in local creeks and shallow rivers. Some think it’s not a good idea because stacking stones disturbs the environment. This is true if we are overzealous, but who among us has … Continue reading →
“Mama, Daddy! Look at that chipmunk! Look at it’s HUGE cheeks!” Walla! The perfect opportunity to marvel with this child at God’s amazing creation. “Oh, my goodness! That’s amazing! God thought of everything. He gave that little creature grocery sacks … Continue reading →
When life is good, praying is easy. We feel thankful and appreciative for all the blessings God has bestowed upon us. We are happy and eager to please. But what about when praying is hard? What do we do then? … Continue reading →
Easter and spring bring thoughts of little lambs and other baby animals. Jesus called himself the Good Shepherd and we are his lambs. Have some fun creating lambs and how Jesus is our shepherd. Read Psalm 23 as a family … Continue reading →
I would like to write a children’s picture book about Easter, but I keep stumbling over this question, “How much can children understand?” The message of Easter includes some really gruesome scenes leading up to and including his crucifixion. Without … Continue reading →