When I was growing up, my Dad’s uncle lived with us for several months during my teen years. My grandparents also cared for two men in their home who had no extended family. “Shorty” and “Mr. Lewis” became members of our family in a way....
Today’s post is brought to us by Janet Thompson. Janet is an international speaker, freelance editor, and award-winning author of 20 books. As the founder of Woman to Woman Mentoring and About His Work Ministries, Janet’s passion is to mentor other women...
It had been the last summer with everyone home. Our eldest was in Mexico for her first week as a missionary. Our second oldest was back on campus for his senior year of college. Our college freshman was settling into his first week at the university, and our youngest,...
Dear Momma who is letting go this month, I know it’s hard. I know it feels like a part of you is walking out of the house. It doesn’t matter if you have a little kid heading off to kindergarten or you have a big kid heading off to college, giving them...
It was a year ago that God gave me some sweet words for moms who were letting go. I was actually outside weeding my flower beds when the message flooded my mind. So strong and so clear, I had to stop weeding and run in the house to get them out of my head and onto my...
IT’S HAPPENING! You weren’t always sure you’d get here, but the kids grew up and are surviving—more or less successfully. But what now?! If you’re like most moms, you’re caught between grief and delight, and full of questions, loose ends, hopes, and regrets. Empty...
Our daughter and her husband recently moved into a new neighborhood. Mark and I have been helping them unpack boxes and get fully moved into their home. As we’ve unpacked, we’ve talked about specific ways that are helpful for welcoming someone to the...
Two weeks ago, the unthinkable happened to dear friends of ours. Their house burned down and they are absolutely heartbroken. The aftermath of a fire is overwhelming. Some of the things they have shared post-fire are important for all of us to know. With those in...
It was a vacation to remember. We’re not huge Disney fans but we know the magic of Disney World for a child, so when a friend allowed us to use their three-bedroom condo in Orlando, we decided it was a great time to make a trip for the grandkids happen. They...
Today’s post is an excerpt from Letitia Suk’s new book 100 Need-to-Know Tips for Moms of Tweens & Teens. Letitia invites women to chase the intentional life. She writes and speaks of renewal and restoration, offering platters of hope to women in each...
Today’s blog post is brought to you by Deb Avara. Deb has a passion for teaching basic financial literacy to people of all ages. She teaches college and sees financial illiteracy all the time. She feels this is a subject that definitely needs to be worked on in most...
I love when the kids just play well together, but that doesn’t happen forever. It’s helpful to have some suggested activities in your back pocket. I’d love to hear your ideas too! Please leave them as comments! Uno Solitaire (with real cards) Bundle...
Today’s post can be read in two different ways: with conviction or condemnation. It’s conviction we’re shooting for though, because every parent has said these statements at one time or another. We all experience impatience or exhaustion and that...
Last summer was a summer of grief for me with the Hearts at Home organization bringing their season of ministry to a close. I never thought that would happen. Shortly thereafter, I heard the news that Women of Faith had canceled all of their Fall conferences in order...
Dear Momma who is letting go this month, I know it’s hard. I know it feels like a part of you is walking out of the house. It doesn’t matter if you have a little kid heading off to kindergarten or you have a big kid heading off to college, giving them...
