If something could make a positive difference in YOUR life and your CHILD’s, would you do it? Most of us would answer, “YES! What is it?” First, we need to be reminded that what comes out of our kid’s mouths and what they do, comes out of what’s in their heads and hearts. SAME FOR US. If we don’t want our kids to hit, be rude, or lie, then they need to have God’s word WITHIN THEM to redirect their natural tendencies. SAME FOR US. Our yelling, “Stop hitting! Share! Be nice!” can bounce off a child. Of course, we must teach them to …
How to Point Our Kids Toward Home
It was such a strange feeling. For the first time, we couldn’t go home. Year after year, we’d travel from Florida to Iowa to visit my husband’s parents. We stayed in their home, of course — the one my husband grew up in. The one that held so many memories of his childhood, holidays with our kids and incredible home-cooked meals. It always held a comforting, loving familiarity. Last summer, our visit was a whole new reality. Their home now belongs to a new owner. My mother-in-law, once a vibrant, active woman, is now severely mentally impaired as a result of …
Become a Better Mom – Join the 4 Week Challenge
A few weeks ago, after an especially stressful day at home with my kiddos, I looked at my husband and told him, “I just don’t feel like I’m a very good mom.” “I don’t know why God chose me for this. I’m so afraid I’m going to mess up my kids.” Have you ever felt this way? My guess is, most moms can probably relate. That’s why I’m so excited to offer this new challenge that will help EACH OF US become better parents. Each week for four weeks, beginning December 7th, those of you who sign up for the …