We have returned from our paradise getaway! We\’ve been gone since the tenth and returned last night. There is so much to tell, many rants and raves. But, right now, I have a monster headache, my kids are up and we still need to unpack! I did nothing last night because I was BEAT! We [...]

Another speaker came to my MOPS group. I can\’t remember her name, but she spoke on simlifying the season and slowing it down. She shared that it is important for parents to create a relaxed and loving time with family for the children. She said that (don\’t know her source) the Christmas season is the [...]

Christina gave a “homework” assignment. *Create a family purpose/mission statement *List your tradition… do they fir with your statement? *Keep growing yourself *She suggested reading Raising Your Kids on Purpose for the Fun of it. by Gwen Weising *Pray for creativity, hold to your traditions and listen to the Holy Spirit. I am doing part [...]

Dear Joel, Olivia and Baby, I want you all to know that I am keenly aware I am not a perfect mom. I continue to make mistakes, and I am not OK with that. That is why I tell you I am sorry when I step out of line. I know I am good mom [...]

The title of Christina\’s topic was reaching Kids with Creativity and Traditions. She also shared fun party ideas… *Christina has 3 girls, so one idea she shared was a Baby Shower Party. I know my daughter LOVES babies and her dolls, so when she gets older I can imagine that being a hit! *For older [...]

Continuing the notes from my last post… Christina shared quite a bit about the importance of tradion with our children. She also noted the significance of lining up our chosen traditions with our family mission statement. She is consistent in communicating that it is imperative that we are intentionl in all the choices we make [...]