I have been changing diapers for the last 14 years of my life- a task that I first approached with a mix of apprehension and excitement as a new mom. It wasn’t long though before it evolved into a task I often dreaded, and I’m … Continue readingSanctifying the Ordinary
In Matthew 19:14, Christ made it abundantly clear His love extends even to the littlest of us, by instructing His disciples, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.” … Continue readingLove As Christ Loved (Part 3): Recognizing Honor, Dignity, and Beauty of Children
I can’t count the number of times people have told me I am so lucky to have such good kids. They see them sitting in church or gathered around a table if we’ve been fortunate enough to be able to go out to eat, respectful … Continue readingHaving Good Kids: Is it the Luck of the Draw?
When our children are young, parenting seems so difficult sometimes. Deciphering each cry our baby makes– hunger? dirty diaper? pain?– is a tough task sometimes, but we get through that stage and move on to the next. Toddlerhood is another hard one. What makes this … Continue readingTo Everything There Is a Season…