Kids Need Limits: Be A Parent, Not A Friend
My oldest daughter is fourteen years old, and much to my surprise, our relationship is shifting toward friendship. If I close my eyes, I can imagine us grabbing coffee, laughing over snarky memes, and enjoying conversations about politics and religion.…
The Changing Role Of A Mother
Expectant mothers hear about the blessing of motherhood, how quickly the years will fly by, and the hard work that’s involved. And yes, those things are true and important to know. There’s something I don’t hear about often, though, and…
I’m A Hypocritical Mom
Hypocrite. A hypocrite is a person who, according to Merriam-Webster, acts in contradiction to his or her stated beliefs or feelings. I think I live a life that is generally transparent, and I am open about my shortcomings, of which…
6 Homeschool Lessons I’ve Learned Over The Last 12 Years
My twelfth year of homeschooling has wrapped up, and I’m looking back over the last year to determine what went well and what needs to be retooled. After all this time, some of you might think I should be an…
Maybe Mom Guilt Isn’t Such A Bad Thing
Can moms ever do anything right? According to modern culture, the answer has been a resounding “no.” Should you breastfeed or use formula? Either choice will be wrong to someone in your life. Debating whether or not to be a…
Is It Biblical To Be A Tradwife?
A woman’s life choices and role in society are seemingly always up for debate. No matter what we do, ladies, it’s not correct. We can’t win. Working from home? You’re wrong. Housewife? Bad choice. Single? What’s wrong with you? Married?…
8 Tips For Christian Newlyweds
Last month I wrote 10 Suggestions For Engaged Christian Couples. I’d like to follow through with that line of thinking and address Christian newlyweds. Once the wedding euphoria dies down, you’re just like any newly married couple trying to figure…
The Struggle Of The Childless Church
I have been a member at seven churches since I was saved. Each had its own set of strengths and weaknesses. The healthiest churches had one thing, though, that the struggling churches did not. Children. The churches with young families…
Navigating The Holidays With Your Unsaved Family
Christmas is supposed to be a time to celebrate Jesus’ birth, and we use that time to be with our loved ones as we worship the Lord. It’s a special time, but for some, it isn’t always so wonderful. Let’s…
John Oliver And Homeschool: A Bad Take
Alleged comedian, John Oliver, hosts a show on HBO called Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. About a month ago, he chose to dedicate a twenty-four-minute segment on homeschooling. It was an alarmingly prejudiced, misinformed, and brainwashed diatribe. So, it…
