It’s been a year since Kendall left for Iraq…just a few days before Erica and Kendall’s first wedding anniversary. He returned home Monday at 2:30am. Will you join me today thanking God for his safe return and praying for our armed services...
Last year, my hubby presented a workshop at Hearts at Home called “Five Secrets Every Husband Wishes His Wife Knew.” It was an incredible workshop that was literally standing room only. (You can download the MP3 or order a CD HERE.) In September, Mark...
It may only be halfway through 2011, but Hearts at Home is already planning our 2012 events. Because you hang out on the blog, we want you to be one of the first to know who’ll be at our 2012 conferences. Our Keynote Speakers will be Michelle Duggar and Dr....
“I realized at the start that whether a child is biological or adopted, one does not know all the ingredients in the package. That is what growth is all about. A child is the slowest flower in the world, opening petal by petal, revealing the developing...
“…be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble…no sharp-toungued sarcasm. Instead, bless — that’s your job, to bless. You’ll be a blessing and also get a blessing.” ~1 Peter 3:8-9 The...
“If you don’t want arguing to happen, don’t do it. As long as you listen to your child’s arguing, he will think that he still has a chance and will argue even harder.” ~Todd Cartmell
We’re going into several weeks of crazy here at the Savage’s. We’re heading to the Wisconsin Dells for a few days of vacation with my extended family in celebration of my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary. Then we’re home for a few days...
Today is our Third Thursday Blog Hop! The question of the day is two-fold: How are you like your mother? How are you different than your mother? I’m like my mother in several ways: We both have the gift of hospitality and we enjoy having people in our home....
Looking ahead to the next few months (and even down the road a little bit!) I’d like to invite you to join me at any of the upcoming events I’ll be speaking at! If I’m going to be in your neck of the woods, I’d love to meet you and have you...
“Often whispering can be more effective than yelling. Try it next time you feel like screaming. Your children may actually hear you more clearly.” ~Lisa Whelchel
One of my strengths is that I’m a realist. One of my weaknesses is that I’m a realist. When it comes to decision-making, I gather facts, weigh the options, and think through the best options. My emotions rarely affect my thoughts about what is real and in...
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children.” ~Deuteronomy 6:5-7 NIV
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