How am I ever going to get it all done? Have you ever said these words as the new school year is approaching? So many decisions to make, school supplies to buy, and schedules to arrange. Yet in all of … Read More
Do you know what I saw in the store the other day? School supplies! School Supplies? Didn’t school just let out? How can it possibly be time for school to start again? If you are like me, you might feel … Read More
After our children were grown and out of the house, Tim and I were called upon to help a brand new mom who was headed back to the hospital for emergency surgery. We savored the task at hand, helping these … Read More
“God, bless Mommy, and Daddy, and Grandma, and Grandpa and . . .” This precious prayer marked the beginning of my children’s relationship with God and their concern for family and friends. But as they grew in their … Read More
Here’s the scene: Dad takes 2-year-old twins to a public family bathroom for the girls to go potty while Mom is busy nursing the baby. While helping the second twin, he turns to check on the first one who was … Read More
In the hectic pace of family life, Couch Time can often be one of the first things dropped from a full day. The following article comes from a blog by Angela Pascoe, a Contact Mum from our Growing Families Australia … Read More
Given the fact that every child is endowed with unique gifts, talents and personality that set him or her apart from others, is it reasonable to expect similar achievements from each child? If the question was limited to intellectual capacities, … Read More
Here in the United States, we are getting back in the swing of things now that school has started. New rhythms and routines bring the perfect opportunity for re-examining our priorities. We all have different family sizes and schedules, but as … Read More
The best playtimes are delightfully relational and often educational! Children are naturals at playing, but sometimes mom and dad are wise to prompt their play in constructive directions by pre-gathering ideas and supplies and creating a time and space. … Read More
We have longed for these relaxing summer days, but from a child’s perspective, they can seem to lag. When we hear “Mommy, I’m bored!” or better yet, before we hear it, it’s wise to prepare some activities that direct … Read More