When I heard the front door open and his brief case plop down on the floor I knew I should put the spaghetti sauce aside and go give him a big “welcome home” hug. I could already hear the kids shouting, “Daddy’s home, Daddy’s home.” But I just didn’t feel like it. I was tired, … Read More about How to Keep Your Kids From Pulling You Apart
A Different Take on Easter
As we approach Easter the excitement builds- Easter bunnies, colorful eggs, preparations for a special meal with friends and family, and new outfits. For many there will be a beautiful church service, amazing lilies and victorious music. And then it’s Monday. And we are on to the next thing in our life. I … Read More about A Different Take on Easter
Back to the Beginning
Today I’m sharing a very special post from my daughter Libby, Mother of quads (now 5) plus one (now 7)! You can follow her blog at A Part of the Party! I have too much to do today. I got the kids to school as early as is allowed so I could rush home and … Read More about Back to the Beginning
Do your kids talk back? 6 Tips that help.
“You stupid, big fat ugly Mommy.” “You are so mean. I wish you weren’t my Mom.” “You are the worst Mom in the world.” Or: “No! I won’t!” If you haven’t heard these phrases or ones like these in your home you must not have kids! Backtalk in a home with young children is a … Read More about Do your kids talk back? 6 Tips that help.
A Lesson from My iPhone: Listen
I’m still learning how to use my iPhone. Sometimes I want to scream in frustration and throw it out the window but at other times I’m really thankful to have it. Siri and I are becoming “besties.” She has revealed to me my lack of kindness and patience. Recently I’ve learned something else. My battery … Read More about A Lesson from My iPhone: Listen
Letters to My Daughters
Dear Mom, You’ve always been such a good helper for Dad, and I know he’s appreciated that. But I’m finding when I try to help my husband, all I get is pushback. What am I doing wrong? Dear Mom, What if I’m failing as a follower? And what if my husband doesn’t seem to … Read More about Letters to My Daughters
When God Says No
I was an exhausted young mother with five small children. For several months we had been praying for a small house to purchase. We’d never owned anything and felt it was time to begin to build a little equity. We made a list of things we wanted-a fireplace, view, creek, and we wanted God to … Read More about When God Says No
Waiting Stinks
I do not like to wait. I don’t like to wait for things to happen, for relationships to be fixed, for problems to be solved, for enlightenment to come, for suffering to end, for God to work. I don’t know anyone who really enjoys waiting. But life is full of waiting. I often tell mothers … Read More about Waiting Stinks
