We decorated the house this weekend. We pulled out the tree and all the garlands, the stockings and twinkling lights. I made pumpkin pancakes on Saturday morning, and we baked gingerbread cookies that evening. We watched White Christmas, and the kids played with their little nativity set. All of … [Read more...]
To My Son: Makeup Isn’t What Makes Me Pretty
Dear Son... Let me explain why I wear makeup. I know you've been curious. You watch me apply each product, each layer, and ask question after question about the functions and names. It's usually while we're parked in the car because, as you've probably noticed, this is the only place mom puts on … [Read more...]
To The Christian Mom Who Grew Up Without Jesus
Hey, Mama. Did you grow up without Jesus? Were you raised outside the church? Did you have a non-believing mom or an unchurched dad? We have a lot in common, sister. I was raised "Catholic." We went to church most Sundays for a couple years, I think. I colored on the offering envelopes and played … [Read more...]
5 Things You Need to Pray for Your Future Daughter-in-Law
My son likes to talk about and pray for his "wife." He's only four, but we've had a number of conversations about my future daughter-in-law. Here's what I know about her so far, according to his description. She's just like me. (awwww!) She's going to be best friends with his sisters. … [Read more...]
Dear Son: How Do I Teach You To Be Grateful Without Guilt?
(This post contains affiliate links. You can find my complete disclosure statement here.) Dear Son: How do I teach you to be grateful without guilt? This Christmas, you received so much. Fun toys and clothes and books and games. You said thank you to each giver with a passing glance in a rote, … [Read more...]
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