‘Life Story Work’ is the phrase those of us involved in foster care use to talk about the background and ongoing stories of a child in care. It is a term that is wide enough to include all the details … Continue reading →
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 →
My daughter, co-author, and mother-to-be was recently featured on Tyndale Publishing’s blog “Kid’s Talk Tuesday.” With her permission, I am posting it today for our CCA followers. As I write these words I feel the sweet kicks of a baby … Continue reading →
“Out of the generosity of Christ, each of us is given his own gift…” Ephesians 4:7(MSG) Screeches and screams erupted from Little Brother who, only moments earlier, quietly occupied himself with the wooden train. I find him tussling his train out … Continue reading →
I recall the days when zucchini overran the garden and my children set up a bread and muffin stand. They baked bread and muffins in the evening and sold their treats the next day. They made a good amount of … Continue reading →
One of my daughters will graduate from middle school next week. It can’t come soon enough. You hear how difficult these years can be on children–maybe even recall your own challenges at that age–but until your child is the … Continue reading →