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Brave Conversations: Talking to Young Adults and Teenagers About Marital Betrayal
I didn't handle it well. When Dave told me what was going on, I replied calmly. On the outside. Inside, I was screaming. The […]
When Dad or Mom Leaves: 5 Honest Ways to Talk to Your Kids About Separation
Learning how to talk to your kids about separation after betrayal may be the hardest conversation you face in this season. You are not […]
What Do I Tell My Kids? How to talk to Children About Marital Betrayal
Shirley stared out the window, her cup of tea growing cold on the table. Tears wandered over her cheeks. A week had passed since […]
A Father’s Impact: Learning to Trust God as Father
My relationship with my dad wasn’t perfect, but it was good. And because of that, I caught glimpses of what it meant to know […]
Simplify Your Season: Let Go of the ‘Shoulds’ This Christmas
Mom made Christmas magical with beautiful decorations, welcoming aromas, and plenty of candlelight. She seemed to navigate the Christmas season with ease and grace. […]
3 Here-And-Now Truths I Wish for You This Christmas
It’s quiet in our house. My eyes drift down the hallway, where past shadows float on the edge of consciousness. Laughter echoes. I catch […]
How to Survive the Holidays When Your Marriage Hurts – Part 1
If your marriage struggles with the pain of addiction or betrayal, the upcoming holiday season probably seems unappealing. What felt fun, anticipatory, and fabulous […]
Are You a 1-in-4 Woman? Remembering the One You Can’t Forget
October 15 is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This day honors grieving parents, the 1-in-4 who can't forget, and other relatives and […]
5 Unhealthy Patterns He’s Modeling For Your Kids By Being A Porn User
Children learn things quickly for many reasons, but one is they act like sponges. You may not think your kids pick up what you […]
3 Christmas Promises to Pray Over Yourself, Marriage, and Family
Merry Christmas! ? Isn’t it wonderful to celebrate the most incredible birthday party with the entire world? Young couples get very creative these days […]
3 Lumps of Coal You Don’t Want to Give to Your Kids
A few years ago, my son received a bag of coal for Christmas. From his wife. ? The “coal” pieces were freezable ice cubes. […]
3 Ways To Strengthen Your Marriage After You Have Kids
One conversation most couples have before marriage or early in their marriage deals with children. Do you want children? How many? When? But one […]
The 5 F’s Where Boundaries Tend to Fail
Who Benefits When You Change Your Holiday Traditions?
Are You Nurturing A Lifelong Love of Reading?
10 DIY Costume Ideas You Can Afford
How to Hope While You Cling to Someday
What To Do When Someone Gives You Dead Roses
6 Ways To Survive That Moment When Your Child Blurts Out Something Rude
Why is it important to read with your children?
How To Enjoy Summer Fun Without Losing Your Cool
4 Ways to Know You Are a Good Mom Who Is Doing Enough
Moms Change The World Every Day
Advent: The Why’s & Ways To Engage Your Kids This Year
10 Ideas to Make Thanksgiving Fun for Your Kids
3 Trust Lessons I Learned From My Toddler
My husband parents differently than I do. That’s okay.
A Simple Way to Teach Your Children Compassion
Great moms know it’s not impossible
You Are a Better Super Hero Than Wonder Woman
10 Proven Tips to Ease into School
Why forgetting quickly damages your future
Sometimes there are no words…
Real moms struggle with frustration and perspective
What if you really do learn the most this way?
12 important truths my dad taught me about life and love
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