Parenting Beyond

Connection. I want that word to be part of the fabric of our family.  Connection to each other.  Connection to our community. Connection t...

Calm. Serene. Controlled. These types of environments appeal to me. Of course, I am a loud, lively extrovert so...there's that. Life...

What kind of story am I living?  What dreams am I pursuing?  In what ways am I living beyond myself?   Those are questions that I...

"Reckless words pierce like a sword but the tongue of the wise brings healing." Proverbs 12:18 If you want to know where I am ...

A few years ago my mom gave me a wonderful gift though she didn't know it at that time.  She gave me a gift of connection to my past.  I...

Excitement and laundry are not two words I would ever pair together.  Lydia on the other hand was thrilled to learn such a grown-up task.  T...

I strongly believe that parents are the most influential teachers and mentors their children have.  As parents we are responsible for their ...

Eating.   Food.  Sustenance. It's a necessary part of our daily lives.  Without regularly feeding our bodies we lack the e...

Your children are like diamonds - hug them, kiss them, pursue their hearts today. I saw this picture and read these words posted on fa...