Tag Archives: Relationships

On sunny days, my three sons and I would walk to the park near our home to swing and climb and play. A one car family, our outings were a respite of joy! We were blessed to have a car that ran but wel...

A few days ago, I'd washed our sheets and as I went to put them back on our bed, I realized that they were ratty and I just couldn't stand it any longer. We needed new sheets...nice, white, crisp shee...

Reprinted with permission. Original article by John Rosemond.   "I recently asked a married couple who have three kids, none of whom are yet teens, "Who are the most important people in your fami...

I gave our children a foot massage the other day and it happened so randomly. As I put lotion on my feet after a shower, I thought it would be a good idea to do a mini foot spa treatment for the child...

I came across this picture online. I posted it on my social media page with the words: "For those of us who see the magic in dandelions." The exact people I thought would "like" it, did. They were peo...

Do you have a son or daughter returning from college soon? Here are some great reminders to help with their transition back home! Be patient. It's an adjustment for both of you. Sit down and have a gr...

"Ewww," our eight-year-old daughter exclaimed from the kitchen the other night when she glanced up from homework to find my husband and I kissing. It wasn't even a long kiss. But it was more than a pe...

It's a familiar outcry in our home, uttered at various times and in various locations. It's usually used by the younger set of kids now but has been part of the repertoire from early on in our parenti...

So, Michael and I never fight. Except, you know, every other Wednesday or so. And then sometimes on Mondays. With an occasional Tuesday thrown in. And a handful of Thursdays and Fridays. With the odd ...

Today, I am sitting across from you at the coffee shop with a warm latte; we are sipping and chatting. I am looking you in the eyes and telling you something important. This is something someone recen...