What Type of Culture Are you Creating? Our granddaughter, Selah just celebrated her 6th birthday. During Selah’s party, her friends and family affirmed her. Her brother said she was “sweet, fun, and precious.” Her cousins mentioned “kind” and “funny,” and … Read More
4 Ways to Cultivate Joy in Your Home through the Holidays
“Hi, baby Jesus, I brought you gold, frankincense, and worms!” That was my favorite line this past weekend as my grandkids put on a play to act out the Christmas story in their “cousins production.” What a joy-filled weekend we … Read More
Creating Space To Dream
We live in a noisy world. My world, like yours, is filled with people I love, people I care about and minister to, and responsibilities and obligations. In the middle of all that, it can feel difficult to hear my … Read More
3 Ways to Offer the Gift of Empathy
As I think of Hurricane Irma bearing down on Florida and the impact of Hurricane Harvey on Houston, I believe it’s a wonderful time to practice offering empathy. Simply put, empathy is the ability to walk in another’s shoes. The … Read More
5 Ways to Just Be Nice This Week
I remember a season in our home when our kids were little where two of our kids were getting into fairly regular fights. I – like any normal mother – wanted my kids to get along, and I wanted them … Read More
3 Ways to Gently Shut Down Gossip
We’ve all be there. You’re in a Starbucks enjoying your latte with a friend. Without warning, the conversation shifts towards a mutual friend and shades that friend in a negative light. Relational wisdom from Proverbs teaches, “Whoever utters slander is … Read More
3 Ways to Savor the Moment
Over the past month, I’ve had a lot of time with our precious kids and grandkids. I’ve had the privilege of watching little ones dig in the sand, play in the mud, jump in the ocean, and celebrate birthdays. I’ve … Read More
What Type of Culture Are You Creating in Your Family?
I just left my five-year-old granddaughter’s birthday party and am now sitting in an airport as I write this blog. During Selah’s party, her friends and family affirmed her. Her brother said she was “sweet, fun, and precious.” Her … Read More
How to Listen So Your Adult Kids Will Talk.
Last week, I wrote my blog on “How to Listen So Your Kids Will Talk,” which focused primarily on kids who are still at home. Once your kids become adults, the rules for listening well change. I thought today I’d … Read More