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parenting For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. Psalm 139:13

Love that scripture because it speaks to how carefully God creates each of our children, of how perfectly He crafted their bodies, souls, and personalities. However, God, in His infinite wisdom, sends these children to us without a set of directions. What an awesome responsibility, and sometimes, a little help is nice!

College Adventures: A Mother and Daughter Perspective
CATHERINE (the Daughter): August got here so fast. I couldn't believe I'd be living on my own. Not really on my own, since I would be living with two roommates in a tiny dorm room. And only fifteen minutes from : Continue reading

Father's Day Ideas
Ideas: Plan a unique outing for your dad (and siblings) by taking him someplace he's always wanted to go, such as a nearby war museum, car museum or other. If looking for an adventure, go for fishing trip, airplane ride : Continue reading

Mother's Day Ideas
Mother's Day Ideas: If you celebrate in a more traditional fashion with breakfast in bed and dining out later in the day, add a personal touch with her favorite flower. Add a single stem to the breakfast tray :Continue reading

In-Laws or In-Loves?
Merging a relationship Imagine my surprise the first time my mother-in-law introduced me as her daughter-in-LOVE . . . Both I and the acquaintance I was meeting were visibly enamored with the new term that neither one of us had : Continue reading

Making A U-Turn for Family
Where does your family fit on your priority list? Have you ever heard your spouse or family say, "I want to be your first priority,” or “I just want you to spend time with me"? These are road signs that : Continue reading

Learning About Your Child's Learning Style
"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb." (NIV) Psalm 139:13. I love that scripture because it speaks to how carefully the Lord creates each of our children, of how perfectly He crafted their : Continue reading

Buckle up for the Ride
We had been married for sixteen years. My husband, Bill and I had three wonderful children, a beautiful home and a great church in Charleston, SC. Bill was a very successful businessman and I was blessed to stay home and : Continue reading

Summer means Sand, Sun and: Studying?
Yes! you heard me right. Among all of the great times that can be had with your kids this summer, be sure to make room to keep their basic school skills sharp. For most parents, getting your child to read or : Continue reading

Summer Safety Tips
School's out and outdoor fun is in full swing. Enjoy all that summer has to offer and keep your family happy and healthy with these summer safety tips. Fun in the Sun: The best defense against too much sun is : Continue reading

Thank you, Dad
Any man can be a father; we all know that is true But it takes a very special man, to be a Dad like you. So in these words I'll try, a very special thanks to say Things that are : Continue reading

Borrowed Treasure
My story begins just over 13 years ago. I was a young woman just beginning to outgrow her impoverished childhood. In a miraculous moment of grace, I was given a vast treasure the likes of which I never dreamed : Continue reading