Dec 3, 2014 | Busy Families; Active Kids
Count on God before Counting Costs Those who seek the LORD shall not lack any good thing. Psalm 34:10 (NKJV) But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33 (NIV) The world of children’s...
Sep 19, 2014 | Busy Families; Active Kids, Relationships
When Brent and I threw a Sweet Sixteen birthday party for our daughter Katherine—and sixteen of her closest friends—we chose the theme “Growing Up Together” to commemorate years of friendship. It was a sweet opportunity to celebrate the lives of these lovely young...
Aug 2, 2014 | Busy Families; Active Kids
Exactly what are extracurriculars? Webster defines them as “extra activities (such as sports) that can be done by the students in a school but that are not part of the regular schedule of classes.” Those are what most of us think of when we hear the...
May 6, 2014 | Busy Families; Active Kids
I love a good all-you-can-eat buffet—my very favorite meal is the kind that includes “a little bit of a lot.” I look forward to summer activities for the same reason. Having spent the school year with a full plate and steady diet of soccer practice, dance lessons,...
Apr 8, 2014 | Busy Families; Active Kids, Identity
She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. – Proverbs 31:25 – You know you’re a team parent when . . . you have an entire section of your closet devoted to spirit wear. With four active children, team t-shirts have taken over my...
Oct 27, 2011 | Busy Families; Active Kids
I’ve finally figured out why so many parents can’t resist becoming stage moms and sports dads. The incredible triumph we feel when we watch our children succeed is pretty enticing. Is there anything sweeter than watching your child celebrate victory after years of...
