Five Practical Tips For Getting Outside As A Family
Like many new moms, I felt the strain and the exhaustion of motherhood in the early years; Getting enough sleep, eating right, and exercise often seemed like impossible addendums to […]
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The #1 Factor To Be An Effective Parent In My Opinion Is…
I’m fascinated by energy. Think about it: the world revolves around it. Nothing happens without some sort of energy involved. I’ve found ENERGY to be the #1 factor in […]
How to Help Your Kids Spiritually, Teach Them to Pray
In all that we do as parents, perhaps the greatest legacy we can pass on is a legacy of faith. To see my kids have a firm foundation to build […]
Do As I Say, Not As I Do…
Before becoming a parent, I had some ideals set out for my journey into raising tiny humans into full-fledged, productive, and capable adults. You know what I’m talking about, things […]
Helping Your Kids Live Physically, Healthy Lives Starts With This…
I’ll never forget it. It was 1999. A friend of mine said to me, “Personal health is the next big thing.” He started a business that has gone on to […]
The Impact of A Praying Parent
But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers. Luke 22:32 I have prayed for you. What power-packed […]
Thought Factory Podcast #1202 | Students Speak Out About SCHOOL
School board meetings have gotten more press these days. Parents appear to be more engaged in what is being taught and what is happening in the schools of their […]
Graduation: Are You Ready?
When our daughters were very little, a wise friend told me that she enjoyed every season of her children’s lives. She didn’t long for yesterday or wish for tomorrow. She […]
Why Your Kids Need YOU To Go Into THEIR World
One of the best pieces of advice I received from a mentor and friend about parenting is: Go into their world. Here’s what that means… Our kids are often […]
Do This And Your Kids Will Thank You
I’m going to say something that you may completely disagree with right now…but hear me out. Maybe you’ll change your mind. I want to make a case that people are […]