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 →
Category Archives: Parenting
Trail Life
Most of us grew up either participating in a scouting program or knowing someone who was a Girl or Boy Scout. Scouting programs have historically focused on building confidence, character, citizenship, and fitness in girls and boys. Unfortunately, both the … Continue reading →
Accepting Your Child’s Reading Choices
After the girls were born, I was thrilled with the idea of sharing some of my favorite childhood books with them. I incorrectly assumed that their tastes would be similar to mine, especially since I purchased all their books in … Continue reading →
Make Reading Memorable
Make reading fun and memorable with activities and photos. From their earliest days I liked noting my children’s favorite books in their baby books. I treasure photos of reading with my grandchildren. There are many ways to make reading memorable. … Continue reading →
Defined by Relationship
I became a mom on March 26th of this year, and it was honestly the greatest thing that has ever happened to me. For years lots of people had been telling me that it would be; but to be honest, … 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 →