The other night, as we lay in bed, snuggled close, my kids and I sang “Jesus loves me.” Of course, … More
Category: Family
Eating an Elephant
My dad (and grandpa) had this great and humorous saying: How do you eat an elephant?(Cue the big cheesy grin)One … More
Saying What I Need to Hear
Spending large amounts of time with children is vastly rewarding and encouraging (also often exhausting!). Lately, I have been struck … More
Simplicity and Direction
And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man. ~ Luke 2:52 In all the myriad of … More
Ripped Pages, Ripped Souls
My little girl has recently been tempted greatly to tear book pages. (yes, this is why someone invented board books). … More
The Pace of the Children
Then Esau said, “Let us journey on our way, and I will go ahead of you.” But Jacob said to him, “My … More
On the Worth of Motherhood
Mothering is hard work and sometimes our hearts question our worth – the very point of it all. After all, … More
Day is Done
Tell me why you’re crying, my son. I know you’re frightened like everyone. Is it the thunder in the distance … More
Lessons from My Children
As a parent I know it is my job to teach my children – about God, life, friendships. But, in … More
Sweet Gwen
Sweet Gwen, Today is your second birthday. We might have done something more adventurous or gone somewhere new a few … More