3 Ways to Disrespect Your Adult Son (And Respectful Alternatives)
Disrespect is Palpable to Men From watching TV with my husband, I’ve learned a lot about how keen men are to noticing respect and disrespect. My husband is indignant when a woman disrespects her guy, and when she respects him- … Continue reading 3 Ways to Disrespect Your Adult Son (And Respectful Alternatives)
How to Walk in: Coming Before the Throne of God
When you come before the throne of the Almighty God to talk to Him, how do you start out? Do you say, “Hey Daddy!,” “Dear Heavenly Father,” “Dear Jesus”…? There are so many ways to address Him that honor Him, … Continue reading How to Walk in: Coming Before the Throne of God
How My Kids Can Know God for Themselves
How can we as parents, grandparents, and loving adults lead our child to know God for themselves as opposed to leading them to give lip-service to what we believe? How can they learn to stand in awe of Him and yet draw near to Him for themselves? Continue reading How My Kids Can Know God for Themselves
What is the Meaning of Life?
The Most Impressive Credits I watched hundreds of movies before I turned 10. I don’t remember too much about any of them. Yet there is one movie stands out in my memory from that time in my life. It wasn’t … Continue reading What is the Meaning of Life?
DIY Beach Day at Home
My four-year-old had a great idea today. He said, “Why don’t we set up a beach in our living room? We can have a sun, and a blanket to sit on, and beach toys!” He had a great idea, and it was super fun! Continue reading DIY Beach Day at Home
Why Won’t He Ask for Directions?
You’re headed to dinner at a house you’ve never been to before, and you just can’t seem to find it. It’s not on the GPS, and you seem to be driving in circles. Only, you aren’t driving, he is. You’re already late and He won’t stop for directions. Before you get too frustrated, take a look at what is really going on here. Continue reading Why Won’t He Ask for Directions?
Teach Your Kids To Read- Inexpensively and Effectively
Whether you are homeschooling or simply want to help your kids get a good start at school, you don’t have to invest in expensive curricula to help your kids read. You can help your child get a good foundation in phonics and reading using free or fairly inexpensive resources. Continue reading Teach Your Kids To Read- Inexpensively and Effectively
3 Ways to Disrespect Your Husband (And Respectful Alternatives)
You love your husband, hands down. Why does He get so angry sometimes- as if you’d punched him in the face? There’s a good chance that something you did communicated disrespect to him. Find out more about what communicates disrespect and what you can do about it. Continue reading 3 Ways to Disrespect Your Husband (And Respectful Alternatives)
Love and Respect Make or Break your Marriage
Are you really communicating care to your spouse in the one way they want it most? According to the Bible and research, the answer to that question can make or break your marriage. Continue reading Love and Respect Make or Break your Marriage
Sip Life Slowly and Enjoy It
Whirling at my Normal Fast Pace The keys whirred, tap, tap, tap, rapidly as I cranked out a research paper as my right knee jittered up and down nervously. I had so much work to get done before the end of … Continue reading Sip Life Slowly and Enjoy It
Cultivating Awe
My Viewfinder is Blocked. One look at the pile of laundry, the bits of leftovers dropped from the last meal all over the floor, and the list of work/family/life stuff that I have on the docket for today, and I’m … Continue reading Cultivating Awe
The Most Important Fact About Us
“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us” -Tozer, A.W. The Question Still Haunts Me I was sitting in the second row, listening to my favorite professor at Bible college, Dr. … Continue reading The Most Important Fact About Us
Best Shrimp Scampi Linguini
This is one of our family favorites. Even both of our kids love it (minus the spicy red pepper flakes)! Ingredients: 1 (16 oz) package linguini pasta 2 Tablespoons butter 1 1/2 Tablespoon olive oil 1 chopped red bell pepper 1 chopped … Continue reading Best Shrimp Scampi Linguini
Can you hear God whispering, “I love you!”?
Our Heavenly Father stoops down and whispers in our ears moment after moment, day after day, “I love you!” I wonder how often I miss His gentle call to relationship. He speaks to us through the little things- in ways … Continue reading Can you hear God whispering, “I love you!”?
Engage Deeply, Embrace Wholly, Delight Lavishly!
What is it that leaves me feeling empty, disconnected, and alone- even when I find myself rarely physically alone? What takes the spark out of my relationship with my spouse? I dream that my kids will grow up to love … Continue reading Engage Deeply, Embrace Wholly, Delight Lavishly!
Easy Clean-up Finger Painting
Want a mess-free way to let your kids finger-paint? Put kids in the bath, mix some color with shaving cream in muffin tins, and, presto! Instant, easy-to-cleanup fun! Supplies: Washable kids paint (I use a 10 pack of Crayola Washable Kids Paints. … Continue reading Easy Clean-up Finger Painting
I stuck my head in the toilet.
“Mommy? MOMMY!!!??? My hair wet. My HAIR wet!” Forlorn cries once again came from the bathroom an hour after our 2.5 year old had “gone to bed.” This, his second trip to the bathroom to go pee, had been a … Continue reading I stuck my head in the toilet.
Engage Deeply, Embrace Wholly, Delight Lavishly!
What is it that leaves me feeling empty, disconnected, and alone- even when I find myself rarely physically alone? What takes the spark out of my relationship with my spouse? I dream that my kids will grow up to love … Continue reading Engage Deeply, Embrace Wholly, Delight Lavishly!
Sip Life Slowly and Enjoy It 