We all want our kids to want to come home. I have a calling towards home, and it’s because my parents do these simple things.
Parents, God is Working in Your Big Kids’ Lives
God is working in your big kids’ lives. Notice it. Look for it. Choose faith, then wait and see how God is moving…
When You’re Raising Big Kids, God Finds You Where You’re At
God finds you right in the middle of the mess when you are raising tweens, teens, and college-age kids. Here’s how…
How to Calm the Tidal Wave of Mom Emotions that Come With Parenting
Big mom emotions are hard. They say being a teen is emotional, but I say being a parent of teens is – whew – incredibly emotional. Read on…
There’s Just Something About Being a Mom of Big Kids
Being a mom of big kids has its mountaintops and valleys and everything in between. But what a great season of life it is…
How to Respond When Your Teens Say OUT THERE Things
How do you respond to your teens when they say “out there” things? Respond in a way that promotes wisdom, growth, and connection.
This Surprising and Beautiful Mom Realization Happened While Taking Prom Pictures
Taking prom pictures of my son unleashed this beautiful realization that filled my heart all the way up and make me feel lucky…
Dear Teen, I Hope You Look Back and See
Dear kids, I hope you look back and see not just a mom who wasn’t perfect, but a mom who loved you and tried so very hard… Read on…
Moms of Big Kids, You Don’t Need Self-Help Books
Moms of big kids, you’re not doing anything wrong. You don’t need any self-help books. The roller coaster ride is normal and expected.
Momma, Time Moves Too Fast But Can Never Take Away THIS
Time moves too fast. When we think about this, grief can overcome moms. Time does take away so much, but it can never, ever take away this HUGE THING.