Writing Your Life Story

Writing your life story is a gift for your children, grandchildren, and generations to come. Jeff Baker is an expert on this topic. I hope his blog post gets you thinking about how you can bless your family by sharing your story. xoBecky Writing Your Life Story If you are like me, you cherish those…

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Memories for Your Grandchildren

Memories are made when we connect with the ones we love. What memories have you built with your grandchildren? Ask your grandkids to describe you. What words or phrases do you think they will use? Interesting question to ask children of all ages! As a Christian grandparent, do your grandchildren have any idea why you…

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Faith Travels: Oberammergau

The Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany is a terrific faith travel destination for families. Attending the play with my family was the highlight of our trip to Europe in July. And the history of the play is beautiful. Since 1633, the people of this small village have stayed true their forefather’s pledge to honor God…

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Fanciful Food for Playtime

Guest blogger, Carol Olsen, is passionate about grandparents speaking into the lives of their grandchildren. Enjoy this darling idea for fanciful food for playtime to make playtime fanciful, artistic, and memorable. Watch for more ideas in future posts on Faith First Parent. And please share with your family and friends!  Grandma Ginny’s Gift Years ago, Grandma…

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Glorify God in the Fires

Wherefore glorify ye the Lord in the fires… Isaiah 24:15  KJV This past summer and early fall have been filled with emotion. The family cabin was struck by lightning, caught fire, and burned. Ironically, the only thing salvageable was the wrought iron wood rack and a stack of dry oak. My parents purchased the dilapidated…

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8 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…

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