If you're a parent of a child who can walk and talk--it won't be long until you embarrass them. This afternoon, I jumped behind the wheel of our truck and headed out to run a few errands. My daughter decided to come along. Grace is a teenager. That's important to my story. This means she's overly-sensitive to embarrassment from her … [Read more...]
Is the Christmas story true?
Is the Christmas story true? Last Sunday, I was flipping through the TV channels before leaving for church. The pastor of a very large church began his teaching about the gospel of Matthew, the very beginning of the New Testament. He told his congregation, "The first chapter of Matthew is pretty boring, all of those begots and all…Abraham begot … [Read more...]
Peace Alone – 40 Days of Holiday Encouragement
It's hard for me to imagine being alone. I mean really and truly alone - no family, no friends, no one. When we're going through a painful time, it can feel that way. Sometimes, just standing for what you believe in can be a solitary place. And, Christmas only exacerbates the pain of the lonely. As a follower of Christ I am never alone. … [Read more...]
Spotlight on a Mean Mom – Lindsey Bell
Would you please say howdy to our very own Mean Mama — Lindsey Bell! I must admit, with Christmas season here, I've been OVERWHELMED with LOTS going on--including a trip to California last week. THANK YOU, LINDSEY, for being so patient! Lindsey is a gal I know personally, so I KNOW you'll personally love her, too. Lindsey, it's so great to … [Read more...]
The Mean Mom’s Guide to Raising Great Kids
Are you a Mean Mom? I’ve been a mean mom and I’ve been a marshmallow mom, and being a sweet, warm, easy-peasy permissive parent is much easier than being a firm, authoritative one. But, those overly permissive parents aren't helping their kids at all. Kids need clear, thoughtful boundaries and a tough but loving mom to set those boundaries. … [Read more...]
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