If I Can’t Say Anything Nice…

More often than not, my mornings consist of reminders, reprimands, and rushing.  Did you pack your jacket?  Change that attitude, little mister.  If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say it at all.  Then, my children scramble out the of the...
Myth of the First Time Mother

Myth of the First Time Mother

I have a confession to make and a realization to share.  The confession?  It begins with the birth of ourfirst child. One glance at his precious, wrinkled, newborn face and I knew Ben was destined to attain great things.  I imagined him on stage, standing in front of...
Myth of the First Time Mother

Storm Predictions

Call me a doubting Thomas, but I never believe Colorado’s weathermen. The Farmer’s Almanac, my son’s makeshift barometer, and grandma’s arthritic fingers all prove more accurate than local predictions. Fortunately, God’s word is far more reliable and trustworthy than...
Myth of the First Time Mother

Learning About Love-Family Devotion

Teach your preschooler practical ways to love others using this simple activity. First, assemble a booklet made of blank construction paper. Join your preschoolers on a “picture walk” as you look through magazines. Help your children find pictures of people who are...

The Problem with Perfection

“I thought I would be the perfect mother. Then, I had children.” The words drifted from the cars’ speakers as I pushed the dashboard button. I smiled, agreeing inwardly. I remembered all of the dreams I had of being that sort of mother, too. My goal...