When Fear Overtakes
It was just a simple misunderstanding, but even after it had been cleared up, it took my heart a little time to relax and my mind to slow down enough that I could drift off to sleep. The wee hours … Continue reading →
Tag Archives: parenting
Motherhood Shows You How Time Flies
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 →
Thank You, Mom!
In less than a week it will be Mother’s Day. It’s a day to celebrate and appreciate the moms in our lives who nurture and care for children. I am blessed to have a godly mother who is still going … Continue reading →
Life Unscripted
“ ‘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 →
Having Devotions with Your Children
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 →
Give Poor Mama a Break!
The past few weeks I’ve relived my child-rearing years as my daughter and her young family have lived with us while awaiting the closing on their new home. With a toddler and newborn in the home, I’ve felt like time … Continue reading →