Summer Movie Selfie Dad-Parenting During Chaos
HIM4Her Ministries founder, Shug Bury, invited me to interview comedian Michael Jr. on her radio show. The faith-filled movie, SELFIE DAD, is both funny and poignant. The conversation with Michael was punctuated with laughter and deep faith. It’s a GREAT summer movie for the whole family! The second part of the show was a discussion…
Read MoreLearn, Discern and Protect Your Family
Where do you go to learn, discern, and protect yourself and your family when the world is crazy? The best place to go is to your knees with God’s Word and an open heart. A young mom texted me recently for resources to use during the pandemic and social unrest. Both she and her spouse…
Read MoreWhat Do I Tell My Kids During COVID and Riots?
What do I tell my kids during COVID-19? How much news do I share with my preschooler? Why does the topic of racism spark heated conversations with my teen? Parenting is hard, always. A world pandemic and social unrest compounds the job. With littles, be sure the information you share is developmentally appropriate for the age…
Read MoreA Change of Perspective in a Pandemic
Are you ready for a total change of perspective during the pandemic? What if asking “How do I get out of this challenging time (financially, emotionally, spiritually)?” was replaced by a more thoughtful and proactive question, “What do I get out of this challenge?” There’s a totally different thought process in considering the “how” and…
Read MoreGratitude is an Attitude
Gratitude is an attitude to practice. Developing an attitude of gratitude personally and in kids can be daunting. Considering the past months of togetherness as family and fear of the unknown, being grateful is a tall order. But the benefits are well worth it! Try these seven ideas for an attitude of gratitude in your…
Read MoreThree Truths for Traumatic Times
The past few months have been unprecedented and unnerving for all of us. The parents I work with are concerned with the effects of theses traumatic times of the pandemic and economic upheaval. Mom and dad are the first line of defense for children. There are three truths to share with children when chaos in…
Read MoreConnection Builds Executive Function
Connection builds executive function in young children. Self-regulation, problem solving, and attentiveness are all executive function skills we want our kids to master. Research has determined children excel with secure attachments. Unconditional love and the knowledge the parent will be supportive in all circumstances enables a child to be confident and better handle challenges in…
Read More8 Ways to Say Thank You During the Pandemic
Thank you! We as a nation are incredibly fortunate to have so many people on the frontlines caring for us. From first responders and medical professionals to grocers and mail carriers, we are blessed to be supported in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. And don’t forget the staff at your church. They are working…
Read MoreA Time to Serve Others
Well, this probably finds you at a time where you are “done” homeschooling, but there is still much of the semester left. Maybe you’re “done” cooking and preparing every single meal for your family. Perhaps, you are just exhausted and the only place you can find rest is if you lock yourself in the bathroom…
Read MoreAfraid, Yet Filled with Joy at EASTER
Are you afraid? Is joy missing in your life? Today is Saturday, the dark and unknown day of Holy Week. As we struggle with the unknowns of life today as the result of COVID-19, consider how our feelings are similar to those of the disciples. Jesus had been crucified, was dead, and buried in a tomb…
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