Just Say Thank You!
Most of us grew up with a constant reminder to use the magic words: PLEASE and THANK YOU. In days gone by, being polite was not only appreciated but also expected. I am not saying those days are gone, but … Continue reading →
Category Archives: Family Stories/Memories
Book Review: When I see Grandma
Book: When I see Grandma Author: Debra Tidball Illustrator: Leigh Hedstrom Hardback: 32 pages Publisher: Wombat Books, Australia, 2014 Language: English ISBN-13: 978-1921632594 RRP: AUD $19.99 Reviewed By: Penny Reeve Blurb: A young girl visits her Grandma and ‘brightens her dreams’ whilst her little brother charms the nursing home residents … Continue reading →
The Sky Speaks
Growing up in West Michigan, summer was always my favorite season of the year. I was never a fan of cold weather, and in Michigan we’d get a lot of that! I loved the warm summer days when I could … Continue reading →
When We Forget Who We Really Are
My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king. Psalm 45:1a They charge through the back door wearing their toothy smiles and holding out their arms, ready for great big hugs from this Grams. For a moment, … Continue reading →
Families
A couple of days ago, Melissa – one of our CCA authors – shared the story of her son’s arrival into her family and ended with the words ‘Every child is a gift from God – no matter how they … Continue reading →
Purging the Attic
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26 NIV It’s not the first time we’ve cleaned the attic. In fact, it’s been a process over that past six … Continue reading →