Children want to feel they belong. As a family shows acceptance of the individual child, he or she develops a sense of belonging. Comparing one child to another makes a child feel left out and as though they do not measure … Continue reading →
I love, love, love this sign outside a local nursery! I had to stop by and get a photo—and flowers too. The sentiment on the sign expresses exactly what I have been thinking about on this Memorial Day weekend. And … Continue reading →
I had the pleasure of reading and endorsing Eat Your Ps by William Carter, Jr. This book is part memoir, part devotional, and part educational (if you want to learn more about peas!). But more than that, it’s an irresistible … Continue reading →
Janine di Giovanni once said, “Easter is meant to be a symbol of hope, renewal, and new life.” As a reporter who spent decades covering conflicts in the Middle East, she may have a different idea of how meaningful that … Continue reading →
Little girls (and boys) love playing “house.” They pretend they are moms or dads and care for their dolls or teddy bears as if they were their own children. I remember dressing my dolls for church, then putting them in … Continue reading →
Do your children or grandchildren know how special they are? Here’s an idea to help them understand… 1. First, mix up a batch of homemade play-dough. (see recipe below) 2. Second, play together! And somewhere along the way… 3. Share … Continue reading →