Eighteen summers. I once heard that the length of time you have with your children before they leave the nest described as eighteen summers. I still gasp when I think about it in those terms. It doesn’t seem nearly long enough—like we are somehow being robbed of precious time with our kiddos. In all ... [keep reading]
5 Important Things to Remember When You’re Feeling Burned Out
"How are you doing with all the big changes in your life lately?" This question has been asked of me many times over the past year and a half, as I’ve released two books while also supporting my husband through a leap into full-time entrepreneurship. Most times when I’m asked that question, I ... [keep reading]
How to Make a Meaningful Connection on Father’s Day
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and today I’m shopping for gifts for the special dads in my life. And I’ll bet, Mama, that you are planning to take your kids out soon to do the same. I’m expecting a plethora of options—a whole aisle full of blue and brown cards, gag gifts, and every BBQ ... [keep reading]
Finding Joy in Every Season of Life
I wore shorts for the first time since September! Did you hear that? I put on shorts and a T-shirt and went outside and turned my face toward the warm sun. I greeted it like a long-lost friend, and our reunion was glorious! If this doesn’t seem like a big deal to you, you might be reading from a ... [keep reading]
Who is Teaching Your Child About the Bible?
It’s kind of funny how you fill in blanks as a kid. For example, I don’t remember learning much about heaven in church. It sounded pretty great, of course, but the details were lacking, so obviously I let Disney help teach me. You know at the beginning of Dumbo when the stork is delivering Dumbo, ... [keep reading]
Preparing for an Amazing Summer with Your Kids
Sunshine, green grass, popsicles, pool parties, playgrounds, and lazy days. As you anticipate summer break with your kids, some of these visions might be dancing in your head. But if you’re like me, summer can quickly slip from your grasp before you realize what’s happened. Over the past several ... [keep reading]
What Will You Freely Give to God?
Just last week my family had the opportunity to take a family vacation to the beach. It was just what our family needed during this endless Indiana winter. All but one of my children spent the better part of a day working together to dig a massive hole into the soft sand. Every so often they would ... [keep reading]
Mom, Are You Having a Bad Day? You’re Not Alone
I love my children with every fiber of my being, but some days they test my last nerve. They nitpick and fight with each other, whine and complain when I ask them to do a chore, and plug their noses when they see that I’ve placed a vegetable on their plates yet again. But you know what’s harder ... [keep reading]
Best Summer Ever! Download a Free Activity Pack for Your Kids
Hi Mom, Summer will soon be here and your friends at Christian Mommy want yours to be the best ever. We've created this fun activity pack you can download and share with your kids. These activities are ideal for long road trips or on scorching summer afternoons when it's too hot to play ... [keep reading]
A Love Letter for Mother’s Day
The following is a love letter written to my mother on this Mother’s Day. As you read it, I encourage you to think about yourself as a mother. Being a mom is both joyful and painful. Seeing past the tough stuff and into the future of your child can get you through difficult moments. Imagine if ... [keep reading]
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