8 Proven Strategies to Safeguard Your Children in a Dangerous World
Raising safe kids: We can create a safe environment for our children to grow and thrive! It was early Saturday morning and I was in the kitchen washing the breakfast dishes when my 2-year-old son, Jonathan, came running into the kitchen. “Mommy, Mommy.” I said, “Just a minute sweetie, I am almost done washing the dishes.” He left and came back just a few moments later. “But Mommy, there is a man at the door.” My heart skipped a beat as I heard his words trail off. I was immed
The Number One Ingredient For Connecting With Your Kids
Children spell love - "T-I-M-E." I remember when my son, Jonathan, was a toddler. Saturday mornings were daddy and son time. That father-son connection was essential. They loved hanging out and doing "boy" things together. That connection with our children, teens, and into adulthood is important at any age. Staying connected is not always easy. Life is about change and with change comes transition and certain challenges. For instance, work, deployment, divorce, blended famili
Danger, Danger . . . How Can We Protect Our Children?
It was early Saturday morning and I was in the kitchen washing the breakfast dishes when my 2-year old son, Jonathan, came running into...
How to Ace the Journey from High School to College Life
First of all, congratulations! You got accepted into college. You made it! Breathe. Dream. The wind blows and a sail is set in a new...
A Mother’s Greatest Gift
Today, I celebrate my Mom, not just today, but every day. I’ve been listening to Mother’s Day comments on the radio during my morning and...
The Healthy Parent Child Relationship
Parenting can be difficult and challenging, but it can also be fun and rewarding. Our role as parents is to teach our children and young...
What's Terrible About Twos?
Two is such an exciting age in a child's life. They are entering a curious stage and it is the parent's responsibility to fuel their...
Traditions Bring Families Together
Family meals are vital for building connections and creating lasting memories. Regular shared meals strengthen relationships, improve mental health, and foster positive behaviors in children. Drawing from Jesus' example of meals uniting people, family traditions like game nights or outdoor adventures help keep families connected. These simple moments create a strong sense of community and nurture positive values.
