One of the main questions I receive about my children is this- How do I get them to enjoy reading so much? People tell me that getting their children to read is difficult and frustrating. Here's what I have discovered: My oldest has two FULL bookcases in his room. His ultimate pastime is spent with… Continue reading Want Your Kids to LOVE Reading? Do These 2 Things:
Category: Family Culture
The Short List of Scriptures Every Kid Should Know
Learning scriptures can be a daunting task. When it comes to teaching our children God's word, I believe it's important to memorize a few. Here is the long and short list of scriptures every kid should know: Let's face it... The Bible is extensive. Before I give you the "short list", I feel that it's… Continue reading The Short List of Scriptures Every Kid Should Know
Tried & True Methods to Raise Kids that Stay in Church
Sis. Elizabeth Kyle and Sis. Karen King raised their children to serve God and continue steadfast in His truth. In this article, they explain tried and true methods to raise kids that stay in church. When they cheat in school we made them apologize to the teacher... and class. We didn't fight their battles. We… Continue reading Tried & True Methods to Raise Kids that Stay in Church
Top 10 Read-A-Loud Children’s Books for Every Age Group
Reading to your children can be one of the most enjoyable times of your day together! The following is a list of the top 10 rated Read-A-Loud books for each age group of children.
5 Daily Activities That Will Help You Do The Things That Really Matter
Life for a stay-at-home mommy can be hectic, cluttered, and feel like a whirlwind. Here are 5 things I do every day to make sure I'm doing what really matters. I have worked outside the home... When my children were young, my husband and I decided that it was a good "move" for me to… Continue reading 5 Daily Activities That Will Help You Do The Things That Really Matter
The Power of Your Words and How to Make or Break Your Family
Proverbs 21:23 says that "Whose keeper his (her) mouth and his tongue keepeth his (her) soul from troubles." I believe your words have power over your children, family, friends, physical bodies, and so much more. Let me explain... Our words have power... We have all said things we don't mean, and meant things we didn't… Continue reading The Power of Your Words and How to Make or Break Your Family
Simple Tips to Help Balance Your Work and Home Life
Like never before, moms are running to the workforce...at home! With the influx of working moms from the house, the need to balance your work and home life has never been greater. I was a full time public school teacher with small children of my own. Life was hectic! I remember rushing to drop the… Continue reading Simple Tips to Help Balance Your Work and Home Life
How Working Mom Can Avoid Frustration by Setting Clear & Manageable Boundaries
Being a mother is truly the greatest calling there is! However, it can be very frustrating at times. Let's talk about ways for mom to avoid frustration and disappointment by setting clear and manageable boundaries. As a new mother, home maker, entrepreneur, wife, teacher, and music minister I felt overwhelmed, to say the least. I… Continue reading How Working Mom Can Avoid Frustration by Setting Clear & Manageable Boundaries
5 Tips For Talking to Your Spouse About Work Struggles (Without a Fight)
Do you feel like talking to your spouse about work struggles always leads to a fight? I have been there, and it isn't fun! These 5 tips will help you share without a fight. As a Mom Entrepreneur, I have had my share of struggles. Some worse than others...and some made worse because of arguments… Continue reading 5 Tips For Talking to Your Spouse About Work Struggles (Without a Fight)