Did you know that children’s magazines are now asking for writing from children? Both secular and Christian magazines want writing from their readers. How can we help our children stretch themselves to become writers that reach a broad audience with a Christian … Continue reading →
We talk, we yak, we chat, both in person, online, and via phone and texting. But, do we really communicate? Do we model good conversation and effective communication to our children? Do we build relationships with words?
Continue reading →When my daughter announced that she and her husband were planning to adopt a child, I was both delighted and concerned. Delighted because I had been looking forward to being a grandmother. Concerned because I knew nothing about adoption and … Continue reading →
Routines are important in our so-busy culture. Whether it is the routine of mealtime and bedtime for a baby, the routine of completing homework for a school child, or the routine of daily tasks for a senior, we thrive on … Continue reading →
My Stories I have had some people ask me why I decided to use sea creatures in my stories rather than human beings. I feel that the Holy Spirit led me to use anthropomorphic creatures. Before I write my stories, … Continue reading →
If you are a parent or grandparent, you want to raise happy, healthy, successful children. But wanting and doing are two different things. As a seasoned mother who has raised two awesome daughters to adulthood and who is now helping … Continue reading →