True Story My husband has worked the night shift for as long as I can remember. He started with the night shift when he went back to school. He worked on school assignments during the day, then he worked his job at night. It was rough going but he made …
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Why Does It Matter If Our Kids Get Along? Encouraging our children to be the people God made them to be (Psalm 139:14) is important and in doing so we can potentially reduce sibling rivalry and positively impact their sibling relationships. When children feel valued for who they are as …
Reality Strengthening our faith is not always easy in this busy world. I remember when my kids were a bit younger – before they had driver’s licenses and could take themselves places. My days were so busy! I had to get them ready for school, get them to school, take …
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When we say hurtful things We’ve all had times where we say hurtful things to those we love the most. It’s mystifying how we can hurt the very people we love the most with our words. Whether it’s a spouse, family member, or close friend, the pain caused by harsh …
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Introduction Fun and faith can be the cornerstone of your season. Summer is a season of fun, relaxation, and family bonding. It’s also an excellent time to nurture your family’s spiritual growth in creative and enjoyable ways. Even though summer is almost over, as school will be starting again for …
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We’ve all been there. You’re in the car for a while and all your child wants to do is play on some device. You hate for him to be on the device but what else are you going to do? While I, too, have used electronics to keep my kids …
Introduction Even though we live in HOT Florida, my kids and I love to be outside in the summer. Outside activities provide a fun way to spend time together and give us opportunities to strengthen our family bonds. As Christian wives and mothers, we can use these moments to teach …
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Introduction: I love taking road trips. We have dedicated family time and we get to see new things. I love making new memories as we travel to various places. Family road trips are a cherished tradition for many families, offering a great opportunity to bond, explore new places, and create …
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Summer is a season of exploration, fun, and family bonding. It’s also a perfect opportunity to teach our kids effective communication and other essential life skills. As Christian wives and mothers, we can use summer adventures to instill these skills in our kids, helping them grow in their ability to …
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It’s July. And I’m experiencing a summer slump. Maybe you are, too. My youngest son and I just came back from three weeks visiting his grandparents and some aunts/uncles. I was on top of my website, but then I just let it go. I stopped posting here and on social …