A New Place
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 →
Category Archives: Grandparents
Seventy-two Hours
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 →
Encouraging Children’s Interests
It’s easy to figure out some children’s interests because they talk about it or do it every chance they get. But others need some help in figuring out exactly what they enjoy. Others have so many interests it’s hard to … Continue reading →
Blessing Children into Their Futures
I recently had a conversation with a four-year-old at church who surprised me by saying she was really good at singing and dancing. “You are?” I replied. “Yeah. I even have a microphone.” I couldn’t help but smile. “Maybe someday … Continue reading →
Teachable God Moments
My husband and I joined my son and his family for a Memorial Day weekend in Palm Island, Florida, on the Gulf of Mexico. Whenever I am surrounded by nature, I feel like I am closer to God. Roaring waves, … Continue reading →
Bible time: a doorway to discovery.
I’ve been reading a new Bible story book with my youngest child. It’s beautifully illustrated, peppered with questions to stimulate discussion and he’s really enjoying it. We’ve progressed through a variety of story Bibles over the past few years, some … Continue reading →