A version of this post first appeared on DianeStortz.com. We speak thousands of words in a day. With many of them, we try to encourage a positive self-image in our children or grandchildren: “Good job, buddy” when he successfully builds … Continue reading →
If nothing else, motherhood shows you how quickly time flies. They start out as little babies, so dependent upon you that you’re certain the days of overloaded diaper bags, being spit up on, and potty training are never going to … Continue reading →
Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord. Ephesians 6:4 NIV Recently, in my recent article called, Life Unscripted, I confessed how I’d wished my children were born with scripts. That way, … Continue reading →
“ ‘What then is this child going to be?’ For the Lord’s hand was with him.” Luke 1:66 I wish my kids had come with instructions. They wished I’d been provided a script. Wearing that deer-in-the-headlights look while my mind raced through … Continue reading →
I recently spoke to my MOPS group on the importance of having devotions with your children. I assured the moms that “devotions” do not have long or deeply serious. The key is to choose resources that are kid-friendly and age … Continue reading →
On my December 1 post, I offered some creative ideas to help kids anticipate and enjoy the Christmas season. I invited our CCA blog followers to share their ideas and received an email from my friend, Bob Hicks. This is … Continue reading →