“Mom, I'm bored!" Three tiny words that hold the power to make the most even-tempered parent lose their cool. My husband usually responds this way, "You're bored because you're boring." He's such a cool drink on a hot summer's day. This photo was taken last summer when my four were hanging out. I LOVE to take LOTS of photos in the summer. … [Read more...]
ENCOURAGING Ministry Websites
When I began blogging back in 2008 (Which is like ninety-two years ago in internet-years.) There weren't as many amazing places to go for ministry needs as there are today. One thing I have noticed though is this: many great sites have come and gone. There will always be the next NEW BRIGHT AND SHINY THING to hit the internet but in a quick … [Read more...]
Free of Charge!
Hey there Mr. Playground-Dad. Yes, I'm talking to you. I've been watching you and your son for quite some time now. Would you like to know the one question that keeps popping into my head over and over again? Have you lost your mind? For the past ten minutes I've witnessed your son yell at you, slap you, and refuse to sit beside you in a … [Read more...]
My Best Valentine’s Day Advice
Good old Valentine's Day. The day single women despise and married women fear. Unless, of course, you're my girlfriend Celia. Her husband proposed to her on Valentine's day. He hid a love letter in a bottle and strategically placed it for her to find on their hike along the Monterey Coast. That was fifteen years ago and every year since he still … [Read more...]
Let Them Cry
My teenage son walked down the stairs with a frown on his face. College classes have gotten the best of him. My pep talk with him yesterday apparently wasn’t as good as I thought it was and my future as a motivational speaker went down in flames. When I brought my first child home from the hospital their cries were immediately met with a … [Read more...]
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