Perhaps, though, their advice comes not from forgetfulness but from a deep realization of a truth that they wish someone had shared with them as they struggled through the tough seasons, always looking for this time to pass....
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While traveling with our five kiddos, especially as they grew into the more adult-sized bodies, we had our share of car turmoil. Oftentimes I used those moments to assess character flaws, training needs, and my own lack of patience....
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Enjoying the fresh air doesn’t have to be a major ordeal. But, a little effort can go a long way toward making memories together in the spring and summer!...
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Not everything new is better, not everything old has been surpassed. We would do well to study and reflect upon not just the faith of our fathers, but their practical wisdom as well....
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As the Internet becomes more and more accessible in our homes and on the go on our phones and tablets, it becomes increasingly important that we remain vigilant for the safety of ourselves and our children. Here are ten tips for Internet users to practice and for parents to teach...
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It is our heavenly Father who plans our days, and through His wisdom, the big picture is incorporated. It can be frustrating, sad, and even hurtful at times, but it can also be full of joy and happiness....
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The work of the Spirit in the human heart is nothing we can format, predict, or schedule. The Spirit moves as He will (John 3:8). The new birth is God’s doing alone—we can’t do anything to force it on either ourselves or our children (John 1:13). Knowing that ought to...
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Somewhere along the line, we have forgotten that homeschooling is a method of education. Instead, we use it to define ourselves as good or bad parents....
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We honestly never thought about what happens after. With “homeschool mom” as our identity, we never considered what we would be when that label no longer fit....
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I’ve equipped them with an education, skills, and the know-how to make it in the world. But my joy comes in seeing them discover the path God has for each one of them....
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