When You Want to Guide Your Girl toward God

I'm good at some "mom" things.  I can fix my girl's hair pretty much any way she wants it.  I'm learning how to create some pretty amazing nail art.  I don't loathe watching all the cheesy Disney movies. And I know how to make a mean tie-dye waffle. But one area I'm realizing I haven't been as diligent in is the one area that really matters most: guiding my girl's heart toward God. I know, I could get asked to quit writing for Mothers of Daughters and maybe even Hope for the Weary Mom ... [Read More]

3 Ways to Invest in Your Marriage

Marriage is hard work sometimes.  I'd be lying out right if I said anything else.  But it's also the most rewarding relationship we can ever have on earth.  Tonight I'll be teaching Song of Songs at my Bible study.  We'll be talking about what makes marriages last ... and how we can protect ours from the lies of this world. More and more I'm aware how fiercely marriages are being attacked and how diligently we need to be investing in and protecting them. I've been reading Love to Stay by ... [Read More]

TWR360.org {Faith for Your World}

One of my favorite perks of blogging is the opportunity to preview new resources.  A couple of months ago, I was introduced to TWR360.org ... and I admit, I'm hooked!   TWR has been a leading Christian radio broadcaster around the world ... and now they are harnessing the power of the internet to offer incredible Bible teaching and Christian living resources 24/7. Some of my favorite teachers and leaders are a part of this network. Names you know like David Platt, FamilyLife, ... [Read More]

Back to School … Already???

School starts today.  Today, y'all.   My sweet girl's last year of middle school begins TODAY.. We spent the weekend at the Watermelon Festival in our community and now, just like that, summer is over. This summer was not been the easiest on record around here. So I'm sorta looking forward to school starting as an opportunity readjust and start again. I've got high expectations for the coming school year. I'm excited to watch my girl cheer and participate in Show Choir programs and ... [Read More]

Life Lessons I Hope I’m Teaching

This is my girl.  I adore her!  And she's growing up way too fast.  Eighth grade begins Monday. I've been thinking a lot about how fast time flies and how soon she will be leaving our home to begin a life of her own.  What have I taught her?  What has she taught me?   Today, at the Allume blog, I'm sharing the most important lessons I hope she learns from me. Will you join me there?  I'd love to hear from you about what lessons your want to teach with your life ... ... [Read More]

Life Coaching, Laundry, and Learning to Focus

  Once upon a time there was a girl who was Type AAAAAAA. Schedule and routine were her BFFs. She nurtured her relationship with them and gave them plenty of attention. She consulted the mighty duo before accepting any obligation. She paid attention to how she spent her time and took pride in accomplishing her daily goals. All was well in her world. Until ... She had a three-week-long headache due to stress. Her husband started a new job at a church in a new community. Her daughter ... [Read More]