The Voices of Children Call Us to Wonder and Joy
There is a wonder discovered when we view Christmas through a child’s eyes. The children of St. Paul’s Church have put together an amazing clip that gives us Christmas through their eyes.
Category: Raising grandchildren
Awesome Visual History of Thanksgiving and More!
There are awesome resources available on the internet that provide a visual history of the Thanksgiving holiday. Gather your family around and view these short clips together.
Learning Confidence in the Classroom of Mistakes
Have you ever said the wrong thing at the wrong time to the wrong person, or made a mistake that left you feeling really lame? This post puts mistakes into perspective.
What’s the Theme of Your Song?
I enjoy all kinds of music, from soft jazz to classical. But did you know that there is to be a theme to many of the songs we listen to, or sing, at home?
What Bookends Hold Your Day in Place?
Does your life look like a cluttered bookshelf? Do you feel overwhelmed? Here’s some tips for you and your family to bring peace and focus to your hectic life.
How to Overcome the “Stupid” Label
Do you ever feel stupid? You know—dumb, unintelligent, not qualified, uneducated, and inadequate? All my life I’ve been dyslexic, so I know the feeling.
How to Teach Your Children to Discern Good from Evil–Part 2
Discerning the difference between good and evil is a lot art in the 21st century. This post is full of tips to teach your child to discern between good and evil.
How to Teach Your Children to Discern Good from Evil–Part 1
Are you concerned about what your kids and grandkids are exposed to in the media and at school? Here’s the key to help them learn to discern between good and evil.
Finding Integrity and Grown-up Behavior In an Old Poem
Years ago my mother had me memorize certain poems with the hope they would inspired integrity and grown-up behavior. “If,” by Rudyard Kipling, was one such poem.
Celtic Graduation Blessing
This beautiful Celtic blessing is my graduation prayer for our son, James. I hope you enjoy it, and pass it on to those marking significant stages of life.