Parenting
A 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…
Read MoreDealing with Anger and Anxiety
There’s no doubt COVID-19 has rocked our world and stress is running high. Dealing with anxiety is hard. Routines have changed. Most of us are homebound. Many are disappointed, anxious, frustrated or downright scared. The stress can become too much. And when we’re anxious for any reason, we tend to take out our frustrations on…
Read MoreAvoid COVID-19 Rumors and Fear
Avoid rumors and accompanied fears of COVID-19 with accurate and up-to-date information. The sources we choose will heighten our anxiety or quell our trepidation. We all know media outlets differ in approaches, hype, and political bent. Choose wisely, listen well, go to the source, and share the facts. When discussing the pandemic with your family,…
Read MoreSocial Media and COVID-19
COVID-19 is trending on social media and we are the reason. While connecting with the greater world on social media can be comforting, it can also add angst and discontent. Humor, helpful ideas, and stories of others coping with social distancing and sheltering at home with ease can make us wonder why we aren’t…
Read MoreCreating a Home Learning Routine
Creating a home learning routine will save a lot of angst for you and your kids. Are you home, leading your children in their online schoolwork? Schools around the nation are closed to protect families and staff from the spread of COVID-19. While the family time can be a plus, suddenly having your kitchen table…
Read MoreHow to Talk About COVID-19 to Young Children
COVID-19, Coronavirus, has created unprecedented challenges for our nation and world, not to mention all of us parents. Talking to children, stressing hope and love, is will help to lessen the anxiety many children are experiencing. Encouraging and modeling trust in God and His sovereignty will strengthen your child’s faith and your own. When talking…
Read MoreNurturing Kindness
Kindness, empathy, helpfulness, compassion, and love are a part of how we care for others. Children who are nurtured in caring families are more likely to become kind adults. Make kindness and compassion part of the fabric of your family life. Ten Tips to Encourage Kindness Praise kind actions and words. We are often quick…
Read MoreLent: Time Well Spent
Take time for the 40 days of Lent this year. From Ash Wednesday, February 25, through Good Friday, April 10, make a point in teaching children why we prepare our hearts and minds for Easter. Daily short lessons during Lent will make an impact on our kids’ faith. Lenten Ideas for Families • Read the…
Read MoreQuiet Time for Little Kids to Rest
Quiet Time is a gift for parents. It’s also a gift for little kids! After a busy morning followed by lunch, an opportunity to rest and rejuvenate is good for everybody- adults, little kids, and everyone in between. There’s a reason “peace” and “quiet” are often stated together! Try these tips to incorporate Quiet Time…
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