31 Days: Do What You Love – Together!

Oct 29, 2012

I remember the first time The Hubby had Big J join him to go golfing. Big J beamed from ear to ear because he was being included in one of Daddy’s favorite activities – or maybe it was because he got to ride in the golf cart! Either way, it was a memorable...

31 Days: Respect and Honor

Oct 28, 2012

If you want to have a strong family, there is not better place to look for guidance than the Bible. Over and over again, in the discussion of family dynamics and relationships with others in the Word, one theme is emphasized: Honor and respect. Ooh, I love those...

31 Days: Share the Workload

Oct 27, 2012

Saturdays were cleaning days in my house growing up. We all pitched in, but in reality, I’m pretty sure I could and should have done a lot more to contribute. {I’m sorry, Mom & Dad!} Maybe if I had done a little more back then, I would have realized...

31 Days: Date Night

Oct 26, 2012

Two words for you today: Date. Night. Two more words: Do. It. It doesn’t matter what or where or when, just set one up, get out, and enjoy yourselves! Disclaimer: I know it’s not always easy to make this happen. We’ve been in that place –...

31 Days: Picture This… {And 31 Days of Thanks!}

Oct 25, 2012

There is one simple activity that has brought me to a place of true gratitude for my family more than almost anything else: Looking through pictures. I find this to be especially true after a family trip, a big birthday party, or even a field trip with the...

31 Days: Give Them Space to Be Kids

Oct 24, 2012

I like to watch HGTV. I especially love the shows where people are renovating their current house and/or looking for a new one. I am fascinated by what people are looking for in a home, maybe even more so because we just went through this process! As I’ve...