Whenever I speak at women’s events, I love people watching. The joy in the room is contagious. Women are giddy to be away from home and work and kids and laundry ...and did I say laundry? I always wonder who the single moms are. Which mom in the audience carries the heaviest burden alone? Who is missing because she’s working overtime or couldn’t … [Read more...]
Our Back to School Bible Verse
Back to school time is here. Like Everyhome, USA the first day of school is hectic, exciting, and often a little emotional. I admit I started to cry when Grace and Samuel drove away in our Chevy Suburban. It was the first time Paul and I didn't escort them ourselves. Having teenagers makes their mode of transportation different, but it doesn't … [Read more...]
Our Back to School Tradition
"What's your plans this week?" I ask my two youngest teenagers. Grace answers first, "I'm free on Wednesday morning." "Why?" Samuel asks, concerned I'm going to give him chores to do, I'm sure of it. "Because, I want to take you each out for coffee ( Translation: a decaf milk shake), it's time to set our school goals." The kids start school … [Read more...]
Help! I Don’t Like My Child.
Very few mothers breathe these words out loud and even fewer would admit to entertaining these thoughts on more than one occasion --I just don’t like my child. It goes against all the syrupy mommy-goodness we’ve been taught. We’re reminded on each Pinterest-perfect mom-blog exactly how to do things perfectly, dress your kids like … [Read more...]
Gay Marriage or Green Gophers –Talking Matters
The Supreme Court passed their ruling on gay marriage. You’d have to be living under a rock to not know this. Our family talked about it—a lot. Like you, I’ve watched many online share joy while others shared their grief. Talking matters. Our pastor did a beautiful job of sharing his heart on Sunday. While I know you may be worn out by now, I … [Read more...]
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