This week we had a fellowship group to gather some ladies and my big girls and I enjoyed sharing some of our make-up tips and secrets with the ladies. We had so much fun! So I figured I would go ahead and share with all of you the handout that we gave them and at the … [Read more...]
The ONE THING That Should Never Be Off The Budget…
I wrote several months ago about how we dress as moms. I know it is easy to slip into a “mommy uniform” of khaki capris (please throw these away…no one looks good in them. NO ONE.) and a favorite t-shirt, but I urged you to please be mindful of dressing in a way still pl … [Read more...]
Consequences of Competition…What Does It Bring Out In YOU Mom and Dad?
I may be preaching to the choir here. Most of my readers are moms and dads who have truly committed to parenting, decided to raise up (or drag up, if necessary) amazing children. And I have preached on the importance of competition, and even how vital physical contact … [Read more...]
How Losing Makes A Kid A Winner
Our american culture is focused so much on winning...so much on success. Winning the race, scoring the winning goal, even winning people to Christ! And I understand...I love to win. But there … [Read more...]
My Daughter Kissed 66 Men Last Week…And I am Proud Of It!
On a complete whim, we decided to drive to Bedford, VA last week to attend the 70th anniversary of the D Day invasion. I asked God for only two things: That a veteran would pray with Courson. (He wants to go into the armed forces.) That we would have the opportunity … [Read more...]
Why Babies Cry…A Reason You Have Probably NEVER Considered!
I remember when my oldest, now 19 years old, was a newborn. I had never babysat. I honestly did not know they were not born sleeping through the night. I had never changed a diaper. Boy, was I in for a shocker. Those first few weeks were harrowing. No sleep, a br … [Read more...]
Sleep is a Skill…the best news for a new mommy!
The best news new mommies have probably never heard is that sleep is a skill. When Daly Kay was a baby, and slept through the night at a few weeks old, everyone said I could never get that lucky twice. They were right. I got that lucky 15 times in a row. And … [Read more...]
You Look Better Than You Think!
Cleaning out the garage last week, we unearthed several bins of photos. Photos from when David and I were first married, from when Daly Kay, Ryli and Bliss were so little…we all stopped our work in the hot sun and enjoyed a few minutes of cool drinks and warm me … [Read more...]