Does a heart for others come naturally for you? I confess it does not for me. Maybe it’s because…
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Having a “bad mom” day? 7 things you need to tell yourself
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
A parent’s powerful words; 5 ways to speak life to your kids
A parent’s powerful words – now there’s a phrase to stop you in your tracks. Whoever told us “Sticks and…
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17 (perfectly good) Reasons for rearing large families
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!
Messy hospitality; how to make peace with household imperfection
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
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!)
3 Tips to help strong-willed children rest better
Do your strong-willed children rest well? (Do pigs fly?) “Please take a nap.” I whispered to my little girl, rubbing…
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The reality of motherhood: when it’s not what you expected
Has the reality of motherhood hit you yet? Kids force us into the strangest situations – I once showered my…
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I’m a wife, mom, and homemaker, but there’s no “just” about it
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
How to handle tension with the 60-second tension-tamer when feeling emotional stress. Turn anger, anxiety, or discouragement around with this stress buster!