It’s January. It’s a time when we change the calendar and see that another 12 months have passed and think we should do the things we said we’d do the… Read More

Grief has no face until you see it in the face of someone you love. It has no shape until you watch it gather in an instant, one usually out… Read More

I love Christmas decorations. They have a way of making everything more beautiful. Even the most humble of homes becomes a breathtaking site with just a few strands of twinkling… Read More

I already consider this Christmas a win for our family. Our boys were able to visit Santa, and sit on his lap, shedding exactly zero tears. Total success. I could… Read More

Christmas—it’s a time of peace. It’s a time when all mankind seems to pause and bring out their best. It’s also a time when my family can turn on each… Read More

Not long ago my family took a trip to the happiest place on earth—Disney World. The vacation was a success with minimal meltdowns, uncontrollable giddiness and excitement, bit still a… Read More

You’re supposed to say Jesus. Let’s just come right out of the gate and say that upfront. You’re supposed to say you’re thankful for Jesus and your favorite book of… Read More

The other day I was at a birthday party with my boys and while they were happily enjoying pizza and cake, I began chatting with another mom. We talked about… Read More

There's a pile of laundry in my oldest son's room, and it's driving me crazy. I want to sneak in there, grab an arm full of clothes, and at least… Read More

There are no perfect parents, and there are no perfect kids. So what is the ideal family? What should be our goal? When I look at my family, there is… Read More