Christmas gifts moms love to use year-round The day of my wedding, my mind raced with anticipation. Not because of the wedding night (silly), but because of my mom’s long-awaited promise of: The Bestowal of Our Beloved Betty Crocker Cookbook. Not hers, mind you. Oh heavens, no. She got hers in an unairconditioned country church the summer of 1961. …
The secret to intentional motherhood; how to drop expectations and discover God’s intention for Christian motherhood – even on the hardest of days.
Today’s special guest and sweet friend, Keri Syder, shares what she’s learned about keeping Christmas simple. Keri is a young mama of 3 rambunctious kiddos, yet her constant focus is on living intentionally with joy. I love that! And I know you’re going to love her fantastic ideas for how to simply enjoy Christmas with your family this year. How …
Does a heart for others come naturally for you? I confess, it does not for me. Maybe it’s because I grew up an only child – or maybe I’m just selfish. Staff writer, Sarah Damaska walks us through how to cultivate a heart for others in this enriching post. The cookie left a residue on my fingers as …
Do you ever wonder what to say in your prayers for strong-willed children? Defeated, I sat on the kitchen floor in a pile of tears. Our day, which was supposed to be fun time together, was reduced to tantrums, yelling, and lots of tears. Yet if I am honest, I recognize that this place of frustration and heartbreak is something …
Having a “bad mom” day? Here’s 7 things you need to tell yourself because the truth is? God cares – and His strength is enough for parenting our children. Hey mom? God’s got you. <3
Is your husband traveling for work? Boy do I feel ya, sis. During our nearly 32 years of marriage, I recall a 6-month stent when his work didn’t require him to travel. Where’s my medal?! Anyway, now that the kids have flown the coop, I travel more with him, but responsibilities still prevent my leaving – caregiving, babysitting, general home …
A parent’s powerful words – now there’s a phrase to stop you in your tracks. Whoever told us “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me,” lied. If we are honest, we remember not just harsh words that have been spoken to us (or about us) but we can also recall the time and place. …
17 (perfectly good) Reasons for rearing large families; humor hacks & tips for life from a mom of 4. Hey mom – life in the Land of Lots of Kids is better than it’s cracked up to be!
Spending time in the Word; why it’s easier than you think! Simple Scriputure reading ideas for moms and how to abide – even when we miss our devotions.
Messy hospitality; how to make peace with household imperfection. Realistic family home management for hosting guests and what really matters. HINT: You don’t live in a showcase. (Unless you do…)
The simple key to connecting with your teenager. Dear mom – it doesn’t have to be that hard! Learn to develop solid relationships and actually enjoy the teen stage with this timely advice from a mom of teens. (You’ll be encouraged!)
Do your strong-willed children rest well? (Do pigs fly?) “Please take a nap.” I whispered to my little girl, rubbing her back. She stubbornly crossed her arms while sitting up in bed. Stuffed animals lined the wall, and her brow was furrowed. The special mermaid blanket and purple pillow cocooned her. The sounds of waves from the sound machine played softly. …
Has the reality of motherhood hit you yet? Kids force us into the strangest situations – I once showered my three year old at the County Fair. I know. What a way to begin a guest post. But you know as well as I do if we were sitting around a campfire swapping stories, you would laugh and empathize with …
I’m a wife, mom, and homemaker, but there’s no “just ” about it. Are you ever ashamed to say you’re a housewife? Here’s why you can be proud of your title! (You’ll never believe how much you should actually be paid!)
How to handle tension with the 60-second tension-tamer when feeling emotional stress. Turn anger, anxiety, or discouragement around with this stress buster!
Dear creative mom, you can find time for your passion! Your soul needs room to breathe and carry out your vision. 4 key tips from a mom of 6 that will help!
We all want to make family prayer central, right? We want our kids to grow up praying naturally and feeling the closeness of Jesus. But wanting it and making it happen are two very different things. It’s normal to want our kids to turn to Jesus naturally and to know His comfort. But life is so busy. It’s hard enough …
Are you seeking God’s will for your life? A mom often finds herself in seasons of transition, wondering what to do. Worry over questions like, “How do I rear my child in this phase?”, “Should I homeschool?”, and, “What can I do to help with income” leap to the foreground. So what’s the best way to decide? Seeking God’s will …
Lacking patience? Most moms do, girl. Here’s 5 ways to deal with stress better and and allow stress to be a patience developing tool! Perspective is the key for moms with short tempers.
