Parenting
KNOCK IT OFF! Bullying
People of all ages bully others. It’s so sad. Have you witnessed bullying in action lately? I have. While waiting for my items to be bagged at the store a couple weeks ago I witnessed an interesting exchange. I was the last customer in line before the cashier was to go on break. He had…
Read MoreWhen the Bully is Yours
Yesterday, as part of National Bully Prevention Month Lori Wildneberg, my ministry partner, gave moms and dads advice on 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting on how to bully-proof kids. Being proactive is a great way to build confidence in kids. As parents and teachers, we spend a lot of time talking about what to do when…
Read MoreCyber Bullies
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Both Lori and I have written posts addressing this topic, most recently on 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting, 6 Empowering Ways for Your Child to Deal with a Bully. The two of us had the honor of being guests on the Rita Schulte Heartline Radio Show, to speak on bullying recently too.…
Read MoreFocusing on Fussy Eaters Part 2
I hope some of the ideas from last week’s blog, Focus on Fussy Eaters, helped to tempt those fussy eaters to nibble a few new foods! Today I have a few hints from friends who have overcome finicky behaviors at the table. A mom who read the blog shared a great idea. She makes meals…
Read MoreFocusing on Fussy Eaters
“Last night I made three meals for my son and he would not even take one bite! What am I going to do with my fussy kid?” This was the start of a conversation I had with an exasperated mom. The little boy was extremely finicky. Mom was at the end of the line, not…
Read MoreAll Natural, No Preservatives
“I’m dancing right now!!!” This was the text message I received from Scott, my husband, when I informed him of the plan to make zucchini relish with my mom last fall. He’s my mother’s biggest relish fan, the one who can hardly eat a bratwurst or hot dog without the sticky condiment dripping out each end…
Read MoreWhere are You? Walking with God
A couple months ago my friend, Sarah, and I took a trip to the North Shore of Minnesota. While hiking Gooseberry Falls we came upon numerous signs with maps of the area. Each included “YOU ARE HERE” to advise hikers as to their exact location. We had to laugh each time we read the words.…
Read MoreSilver, Gold and 3:00 AM Girlfriends
Friends are balm for the soul. Ladies, our girlfriends are a special gift from God. And the benefits of friendship are plentiful! Proverbs 27:9 tells us, “Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice.” When we face difficulties, friends help us though with love, support,…
Read MoreFostering Kid Friendships
I’ll never forget my son’s first day in kindergarten. He hopped off the bus, pumped his little arms in the air, and announced, “I have a new best friend!” What a relief for both of us! He and his new BF rode the bus side-by-side everyday, played together on the playground, and sat next to…
Read MoreWhat God has Joined, Let No One Separate
A dad in a parenting class once said, “As soon as the kids came on the scene, I slipped down a notch on my wife’s radar screen. The dog and I now compete for second place.” His wife poked him the ribs with her elbow and frowned as the other parents at the table laughed.…
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