St. Lucia Day

By Becky | December 12, 2012
A potted small evergreen tree wrapped in brown paper stands beside a round bowl holding several purple candles and a glittery star ornament, evoking the serene spirit of Lucia. Set against a dark background, it exudes warmth and mystery.

  Is there a certain Christmas tradition you and your family look forward to each year? Family traditions are important. Special celebrations promote a sense of belonging and security in a child. They also help a child identify who he is by the values taught by Mom, Dad, grandparents, and other relatives. Memories passed down…

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Reminiscing Thanksgiving

By Becky | November 21, 2012
A wooden surface adorned with vibrant Thanksgiving ingredients: a potato, onion, garlic bulb, cilantro leaves, star anise, and fresh greens. The focus remains on the freshness of these culinary staples.

When I was a little girl, we celebrated Thanksgiving at my great aunt’s home. She would roast an enormous turkey to feed the entire extended family. My dad was always in charge of carving the bird. I would stand next to him, watching and waiting. He would slice off bite-size pieces for me to sample…

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Boatloads of Benefits for Breakfast

By Becky | September 7, 2012

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And really the easiest to prepare. The benefits are tremendous for both you and your children! Try these helpful hints for beat the clock for a quick morning meal! • Use brown & serve sausage to save time. (I dice the leftover sausage, bacon or ham…

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Best Starts: Breakfast and the Bible

By Becky | September 4, 2012
A child lies on a bed, their face partially hidden by a large open Bible, deeply immersed in its ancient wisdom. A wooden headboard frames this serene moment of exploration and wonder.

“Breakfast is thought to be the most important meal of the day,” states Dr. William Cochran, M.D., FAAP, a past member of the American Academy of Pediatric’s Committee on Nutrition. “As the first meal, it gets the body going for the rest of the day. Approximately 8 to 12 percent of all school-age children skip breakfast.” By…

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A Time for Everything?

By Becky | April 29, 2012
A colorful beach ball floats on clear, rippling blue water, capturing a timeless and playful summery scene.

May and September, the busiest months of the year for families with school-age children. September begins with endless forms to fill out, new activities and classes. May is the ending, the culmination of the year’s events. That said summer activities are just around the corner. After the busyness of the past nine months, why not…

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Stiches and Staples

By Becky | March 11, 2012
Close-up of two black ski pole handles, reinforced with intricate stitches, and equipped with wrist straps, set against a backdrop of snowy terrain. The snow appears bright and textured, with the ski poles at a slight angle.

The past two weeks have been a mixture of fear and faith, pain and healing. It began with eye muscle surgery, carefully planned between family commitments and parenting classes. The procedure went well. My eye surgeon was amazing, praying with me on his knees prior to the surgery relieving my fear and apprehension. And I…

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