If I have been taking care of the little things in my son's life, have I also been taking care of the big things? I am specifically thinking, have I been taking care of the disciplines of his faith. Like most who read this blog, we go to church as a family, we pray...
How to Raise the Perfect Child
The more I read blogs and books, and listen to parents, the more it seems that the overarching goal is to have seemingly “perfect”—or at the very least, successful—children. Apparently, there are things you must do if you want to ensure that your children will come out as “winners” in the game of life. For...
What’s a Teenage Daughter to Do? Summertime Parenting (Part 1 of 2)
Flip-flops, ice cream, and time spent at the pool is just around the corner. It is almost summer! For teenagers, this is a much-anticipated time of fun and relaxation. No more school exams, no early morning practices, or after-school tutoring—and you can kiss homework goodbye for a few months. Finally, a little time to kick back and enjoy...