In Be The Mom I talk about doing chores together as a family and trying to make even chores an opportunity to bond and build relational equity with your children. I suggest that it is wise to make doing things around the house more about the relationship and character building and less about perfect chore completion. With repetition and effort there is continuous improvement in children. I know sometimes it is tough moms cause we could get … [Read more...]
Are You Adopted?
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Mom Gut Check
“In a minute” she shot out in frustration never taking her eyes off of the iphone as she texted rapid fire. In front of her stood a little girl, I watched the little face contort as she hesitated and thoughtfully pleaded at her mother, with her heart...she then gave a little shake of her head and went back to her skipping in place, then stooped down to pick up a stick. My walking in the park propelled me forward and the scene playing out … [Read more...]
Pushing Jesus Out Of The Way
Don't let the ordinary seem so important that it pushes Jesus out of the way. That’ll make you stop and think, huh? That is what greets me daily from the front of my refrigerator. I heard that phrase about a dozen years ago, put it on a piece of paper and have attempted to hold it in my heart daily since then. That tattered piece of paper has been moved from fridge to fridge as we’ve traveled across three states. Obviously this is a life … [Read more...]
Tween Help
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with an amazing mother daughter team who is burdened to help moms know how to speak into the lives of their tweens. In this digital age you better believe the culture is coming after your tweens, marketers are spending some $43 billion to influence your tween. As a result the definition of a tween is getting younger and younger. A phenomenon known as "age compression" is occurring whereby what used … [Read more...]
Book Giveaway with Dannah Gresh
I am beyond honored to be a guest blogger over at Secret Keeper Girl the ministry of Dannah Gresh...one of my most favorite people of all time! I shared long ago why Dannah is a favorite - she made time for my daughter a few years ago when we met her at one of her events. Isn't it just like God to use our children to draw us into a relationship with another Godly woman. Dannah Gresh is the real deal people and if you have daughters you … [Read more...]
Safely Ignored
Alone in a crowd. Have you been there? I go there. Far too often. The bashful ten year old girl. She is still such a part of me. Quiet observation is so much easier. Safely hidden. Less messy. Eyes lifted. Disobedient. Silent whisper. Salt and light requires bravery. Holy boldness. No spirit of fear. Power. Love. Self-control. He taught us to reach out in love. It’s not about me. Or my … [Read more...]
MOPS Glide Through Texas
Moms are amazing. I spent the last three days with about 2,000 of them at the National MOPS convention at the Gaylord in Dallas, Texas...and it was simply marvy! These ladies work diligently all year long to be supportive and provide wisdom to moms all over the world through their own MOPS groups. When I had preschoolers I attended MOPS and as they grew older I was invited to speak at several – if you have preschoolers and are not part … [Read more...]
Conversation Starters for Date Night
I am still at the MOPS convention in Dallas and am quite tired from talking to moms all day long! I am also being inspired by their heart to serve others! Since I don't seem to have the time to do anything but chat, giggle and connect with moms...I would like to send you over to MomLife Today where I whipped up some conversation starters for you and your hubby! Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Reader Comment = Tears
I am weeping...God truly can use the unqualified for His purposes! Jacki shared this with me tonight... Tracy, I’m typing this with one hand as I nurse my fourth child who is four weeks old. The others are 6, 4, and 2. So needless to say, when the focus on the family broadcast came on the other night (while I was bouncing a gassy baby and chanting “this too shall pass! This too shall pass!”) I got teary eyed as I heard you describe that … [Read more...]
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