Family
Starry Night
In some parts of the country they play football, but in my state we "live" football.
For 365 days it seems that this sport is in the headlines. Football is great, but it is a lousy god.
Starry Night
Discovering the Light within your child
I have always loved a starry night. When I was a little girl, growing up in Iowa, I had a view of the heavens that I sadly took for granted. On clear nights, I often looked up at the stars blinking back at me and tried to find the brightest one so I could make a wish.
Creating Memorable Holiday Moments
Every time you gather with friends and family it’s a special treat.
Harvest Moon is a term that comes to mind about now; it’s the first full-moon after the autumnal equinox, technically. Actually it’s the multiple phases near a full-moon that provides enough light that allows working outdoors after sunset. This was vital before the invention of electric lights and implements that sped up the harvesting process.
A TIME TO HARVEST
October is the traditional time of year for the harvest to end in many parts of the world.
You laugh, you cry, you share great stories and memories of years past but once the event or holiday is over, there’s often times a feeling of emptiness. The emptiness is likely due to lack of ability to hold onto or capture all the wonder of your time together. That’s why photos, family traditions, and keepsakes are so important.
Celebrating National Grandparent’s Day
National Grandparent’s Day was declared in 1978, giving all families an opportunity to honor grandma and grandpa.
Whether they live near or whether they live far, choose this time to celebrate their special place in your family. Grandparents have a tremendous impact upon the family as a whole, but especially on their grandchildren.
Reduce technology’s temptations with rules, software before new school year begins
Students have always procrastinated when it comes to homework, but new technology has elevated distraction to ever higher levels.
Even though the Internet can be a powerful educational tool, more often than not it moonlights as a powerful tool for goofing off.
INVITE GOD INTO YOUR HOME
In our church we're working our way through the book of Mark (and getting quite an eye opening view of Jesus).
In chapter 9 we find Jesus having displayed His glory to three of the disciples on the Mount of Transfiguration. After this He repeats to His followers that He must die and rise again after three days… they think this will somehow usher in His Kingdom, so they try to guess which of them will have more rank than the others in this ultimate rule.
Families… prepare for battle!
The world we live in is a battleground and we must approach with swords drawn.
Between the media onslaught praising the casual sex lifestyle, to the Disney channel shows depicting girls as young as 7 swooning over boys, our sons and daughters face a difficult battle ahead on the road to purity and Godly living.
It's All In The Attitude
When I get depressed, I go for it.
I've found that a really good depression requires not getting dressed. I have a bathrobe that even nuns would pity. People who've taken vows of poverty would turn up their noses at this heavy, black, polyester, neck-to-toes robe. One plus is that it's warm and snuggly in the winter. (You'd bake to death in it in August. It's strictly a seasonal outfit.) When I'm depressed, I stay in it all day. My friends seem amazed that I can get so low and then bounce back. My secret is the chocolate and the robe. There are three other big secrets though that I'll share with you.
A Life Changing New Year's Resolution
What matter in your life needs a different approach in 2011?
Is it a relationship, your health, finances or perhaps an issue with a child? Everybody's got something in their life that is causing worry, fear, doubt, or maybe even denial. What is your something and what can you do to make this unsettling issue go away?
Keeping The Peace...
in the holiday season
Parties, family gatherings, shopping, financial stress and relationship conflicts can all distract us from the real reason for the season- Jesus!
Avoid stumbling blocks and keep balance during a rushed season:
The Importance of The Upcoming General Election
Elections have serious consequences, and this could be one of the most important elections in recent history!
Because this election will have a direct impact on home school families next year in the Texas Legislature and the U.S. Congress, we are endorsing candidates who sincerely believe it is the fundamental right of parents to direct the education and upbringing of their children.
Lighten Up Mom
Moms have a profound ability to impact their children's moods and behavior in a negative or positive manner.
That old saying "if momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy" is true. Laughter may be the best method we have to break the ice and ease the tension after a hard day.
