How to Raise Boys Who Love Reading

Both of my sons love books almost as much as they like video games. Almost. 🙂 That is why parents and teachers often ask me what Reggie and I are doing with them at home. In all honesty, the answer … Read More

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Hurry up and Wait (January 2018 Review)

Happy February! While I was getting a pedicure yesterday, I reviewed the month of January. It was a fun, full month but overall January’s theme in my life seemed to be the humorous “Hurry up and wait”. The breakdown: Faith: This area … Read More

5 Fun Family Date Night Ideas to Enjoy at Home

5 Fun Family Date Night Ideas to Enjoy at Home

Spending time alone with my immediate family is such an important part of my life. Both my husband and I juggle many life roles (including careers, mentoring, and ministry), so we make family dinners and weekly family nights with our … Read More

How to Help Kids Chase Their Dreams

I have always been a “dreamer” and I’m happy that my husband and I are raising our two sons to be dreamers also. Since both Michael (13) and Sean (10) were very little boys, we have always encouraged them to … Read More

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I Raised My Hand

Three days ago, many of my friends gathered at various rallies to participate in the Women’s March 2018. Protesters – women and men – took to the streets across the country for a variety of reasons. Some were there to … Read More

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Do You Need to Tweak Your Morning Routine?

I am a creature of habit, so I love routines. I have written about my morning routines in the past (in 2014 and in 2016) but I’m constantly making adjustments to it. Life constantly changes, so small changes to our … Read More