A Family’s First Mission Statement
Is your family more important than a Fortune 500 company? Most parents in classes I’ve led eagerly nod their heads and respond emphatically, “Yes, of course!” Large corporations and organization have mission statements to use as a guide for business practices and to set the tone of the company’s culture. Yet most families don’t have…
Read MoreBecoming the Babysitter’s Favorite Family
You’ve found a GREAT babysitter. You and your spouse finally have a relaxing night out, just for two. How do you keep the teen happy that makes your kids happy allowing for couple time? The Golden Rule is the key, “Do unto others as you would have done to you” (Matthew 7:12). Be respectful. Don’t…
Read More15 Helpful Questions for Spring Conferences
Spring conferences are incredibly valuable to you as a parent to discuss your child’s social, emotional, physical, and academic growth. You and the classroom teacher, as well as other specialists in your child’s school, have been collaborating as a team since school began in the fall. Compare notes and make a plan for summer learning…
Read More8 Tips for the Family Road Trip
The benefits of road trips with the family are many. Learning opportunities in academic skills such calculating mileage, determining expenses, using money, and reading road signs and travel books are just a few. Experiencing new cultures and new foods can be fun. Lessons in geography and history are fabulous. When driving from Point A to…
Read MoreTravel Tips for Family Adventures
Does the thought of traveling with children fill you with joyful anticipation or overwhelming dread? Vacation time with kids can be a bit of both! With travel plans for spring break underway, now is the time to start planning. Explorer Amelia Earhart said, “Adventure is worthwhile in itself.” Exploring God’s creation is amazing. Really, the wonder…
Read MoreSiblings: 10 Pointers for Positive Relationships
Sisters and brothers… SIBLINGS. Home is the place where we learn many life lesson, especially from our siblings. Relationship lessons, how to get along with others, solve problems, practice friendship skills, and resolve conflicts, are all acquired one way or another at home. How well the lessons are taught is up to the parents. Just…
Read MoreRuby the Foster Dog by Jimmy Wayne
Jimmy Wayne, best-selling author and award-winning country music recording artist, was the keynote speaker at a Tree House Women of Hope event I attended a couple of years ago. At the luncheon, Jimmy shared his experience as a foster child and his passion to help children in the foster care system. His story was heartbreaking.…
Read MoreRomance and Love
Valentine’s Day. A day to focus on important relationships… friends, family, and that special someone. It’s for sweets, treats, and love. In honor of Valentine’s Day and my favorite valentine, Scott, I’m sharing my Top Ten Married Life Lessons. I hope the list encourages you in your marriage relationship. May God bless you abundantly, xoBecky…
Read MoreGive the Gift of LOVE to Your Family
“Mommy, I wuv you dis much and even moooore!” My youngest would reach out his arms as far as they would go, wiggle his fingers to try to reach even further, and tell me just how much he loved me. Every time my heart would melt. “I love you more,” I’d respond, pulling him into…
Read MoreAn Imprint of Faith
Friends, I’d like you to meet wife, mom, and creative artist Libby John. Her words of hope and love will warm your heart. Libby’s faithfulness in prayer will inspire you. xoBecky Being a parent is a challenging job, no matter what stage your family is in. I am constantly questioning or doubting myself, wondering, “What…
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