5 ways to break from routine

In the midst of crazy schedules and the daily demands of life, it is important to break from the routine for a few days of rest and quality family time.

3 tips for lessening summer craziness

So how can we not only survive, but thrive this summer?

Sharing our faith with our kids

This year the kids and I have been starting each morning with devotions. First, we read the day’s devotional from Jesus Calling for Kids. We are really enjoying those and talking about the challenges the author gives in how to live a life that lives with an ear attuned to Christ. Then we turn to the Bible. Last week we finished…

Exercise: I think I can, I think I can

I don’t know about you, but I often have grandiose dreams about the exercise goals I can accomplish. Then reality sets in and I have to acknowledge I am a mother of four – two of whom are small. And I don’t have a gym membership. Even so, physical fitness is important to me. When I don’t find a way to wedge it into my days, I get grouchy, stressed,…

Epic fail – or grace filled momma?

I pray frequently that God will keep me from doing anything that will become a stumbling block in my children’s relationship with Him.