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NO MORE PERFECT MOMS
No More Perfect Moms helps a mom:
→ Change her unrealistic expectations to realistic hopes
→ Give grace and love to her husband and children even during struggles, and discover the beauty of grace when she stops judging herself and others
→ Find freedom from disappointment when she embraces her real family, her real challenges, and her real, but imperfect, life
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ARTICLEs
14 Life Lessons Learned From a Difficult Hike
Last fall, Mark and I hiked a trail in the Rockies that was listed as easy. However, we later found out it was mismarked and it was really a moderate 6.5-mile trail! The scenery was beautiful. We saw waterfalls, wildlife, and an alpine lake at the top of the mountain....
Dear Parent Who Made a Mistake
Dear parent who made a mistake, There's been something on my mind lately that I'd like to share with you. I don't know how "big" or "small" the mistake was. I don't know how deep the roots go on the issue. We could be talking about raising your voice when you...
10 Ways to Use Scripture to Pray for Your Child
I remember sitting in the church nursery nursing my firstborn. Another mom and I were visiting as we rocked and nursed our little ones. "Are you praying for her future spouse?" the other mom asked me. I was surprised by her question. I had never thought to be praying...
BONUS: The Slow Fade of Assumptions
Welcome to our third bonus episode of the No More Perfect Podcast! I like to surprise you with a little extra, bite-size podcast goodness every once in a while that's quick to listen to and helpful for your life. Just to...
What Does it Mean to Live a Life of Surrender?
This week on the blog, we thought we'd answer a question recently sent to us via email about surrender. No matter who you are or what stage of life you're in, true surrender is something we all need to understand! Dear Mark and Jill, When you guys share your story,...
5 Reasons Your Marriage Needs a Vacation | #MarriageMonday
When was the last time you took a break, just the two of you? It's easy to put it off. It's easy for other things to feel more important. But this week for #MarriageMonday, we wanted to share a few thoughts on why your marriage needs a vacation. Jill: Mark and I just...
Podcast
How to Parent Sensitive and Intense Kids with Lynne Jackson | Episode 130
When Mark and I were raising our five children, there was a wide array of temperaments, personalities, and unique traits in each of them. The truth is, families usually have one child that is more sensitive and intense...
4 Ways to Become a Better Listener | Episode 128
Today, Mark is joining me to talk about an important, though often forgotten, topic: listening. Listening is a skill that takes practice, focus, and a willingness to set aside our thoughts and engage with others. It’s not...
Hope and Healing for Imperfect Mother-Daughter Relationships with Debbie Alsdorf | Episode 125
It's no secret that mother-daughter relationships can sometimes be complex and challenging. Still, it's also true that these relationships are some of the most important and defining in our lives. Whether your relationship...
How to Transform Your Thinking with Michelle Nietert | Episode 120
Have you ever struggled to control your thoughts? Our mindsets hold a lot of power in our lives. In fact, what we think affects how we feel, what we believe, and what we do. My guest, Michelle Nietert, agrees! Michelle is...
My Breast Cancer Journey | Episode 68
"You have breast cancer." I heard those words on a Wednesday morning when I got a phone call that turned my world upside down. This week marks eight years since I heard the words that no woman wants to hear. It’s honestly...
Trusting God When Life Takes An Unexpected Turn with Kristen Clark | Episode 119
Has your life gone precisely as you would have chosen? In one way or another, we all would probably answer that question with a resounding "no." It's no secret that life can be unpredictable. The plans we dream about and...
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