Posted by Carey Nieuwhof Yes, it really was a bad idea to give your six-year-old access to the finger paints while you did the laundry. Or to let your fourteen-year-old son stay overnight at his friend’s place without triple checking to make sure his parents were home. And maybe it wasn’t all that wise when you…
12 Mother’s Day Gifts That Make a Big Impact MOM. Three letters that carry a lot of meaning. Whether they brought us into this world or not, these are the women who give us life in one way or another. They’re caregivers, encouragers, truth speakers, tough love dealers, miracle makers, and bring-you-back-down-to-reality-with-one-glance casters—all before breakfast….
Exactly one year ago this week my father marked his 100th birthday. Lots of family and friends attended his “party” to celebrate this huge milestone and to wish him well. My father’s good health and mental sharpness were certainly contributing factors to him becoming a centenarian. While I certainly didn’t take that for granted, we…
“Which one are you going to choose? Let me guess your favourite” I said. T had chosen her children’s Bible as her bedtime book that night (very pleased Mummy, we don’t ‘make her’ read the Bible as it was just a battle ground. We just make sure there are plenty of Bible stories, and kids…
“Are you guys up there?” our almost three-year-old grandson called from the bottom of the basement stairs. “I’m in the living room,” I replied from where I was doing my morning devotions. “Is the baby gate open?” he hollered. “Yes,” I hollered back. He lowered his voice and gave himself a pep talk. “I can…
Posted by Diane Dokko Kim | “Special-needs children are a blessing!” “God only gives special kids to special parents.” “Just let me know if you need anything.” Families affected by disability are in chronic need of supportive community to do life together. But friends and even family—all with the best of intentions—can sometimes express comments…
Posted by Nina Schmidgall | “Mom, did you know that one time Ms. Sandra had a real live moose in her house?” “Hey mom, Miss Amy and Mr. Adam told me we are going to make snow globes when they come over next! Real snow globes!” “Mom, isn’t it so funny when Miss Jenilee always…
My son and I are currently hanging out in our RV at a naval base in California. This morning I heard chanting on the path behind our camper and looked outside to see a squad of naval cadets jogging. They were doing what the military likes to call a “fun run.” Or the less fun…
April 17, 2018, is World Hemophilia Hemophilia Day. Before you tune out because you don’t have a loved one affected by my son’s rare bleeding disorder, listen to this year’s theme — “Sharing Knowledge Makes Us Stronger.” That’s a theme I find to have relevance far beyond the hemophilia community. In fact, I would say…
Going through the explore God series? Extend the lessons at home with your children.