What constitutes a dinner? Meat, vegetables, bread, dairy, possibly even some fruit or nuts? So if I’ve met all those requirements – will it be a good meal? What about a “great” or even “excellent” dinner? A Basic Dinner Tonight my kids were presented with dinner. I met all the requirements (health-wise). I had meat,… Continue reading Perfection or Excellence? Obedience or Honor?
Tag: Parenting
Just to tickle your funny bone!
True story! I was in the Target bathroom a few days ago. I came out of the stall and heard some loud fart noises coming from another stall. I couldn’t tell if they were real or not – but they were loud! A mom at the sink said “Miles, is that you making those noises?”… Continue reading Just to tickle your funny bone!
Spiritual Cavities?
I HATE going to the dentist! First there’s the fear of having cavities – (which is really a fear of the Novocaine and drill to take care of the cavities . . . but that’s another story to tell you! Plus – I don’t think there’s any more room in my mouth for cavities to… Continue reading Spiritual Cavities?
Video Game Troubles?
OK – so when I originally set up this blog – the very first topic I wanted to talk about was this – Video Game Addictions. As you can see . . . . I’m not only a busy mom of 5 . . . but a procrastinator who gets easily distracted by other interests!… Continue reading Video Game Troubles?
Riding the Waves
Check out my post today on my other blog – Drink From the Deep. Just want to encourage you not only in mothering, but in life in general! Blessings!
Mom’s Christmas Wish List
I’m not sure who wrote this, but I love it! As a mom (or dad) I’m sure most of us can relate! Dear Santa, I’ve been a good mom all year.I’ve fed, cleaned and cuddled my children on demand, visited the doctor’s office more than my doctor, sold sixty-two cases of candy bars to raise… Continue reading Mom’s Christmas Wish List
I Feel Like A Parent!
I’ll never be a Grandma I’m not sure I will ever get any grandkids! No – I am not old enough to be a grandmother . . . yet . . . thankfully! Nor are my kids old enough to produce any for me (PTL!), but I’m starting to wonder if any of my children… Continue reading I Feel Like A Parent!
I know how you feel
I couldn’t decide which blog to put this on as it relates to mothering, but really is also a word for the church – for me and my brothers and sisters in Christ. Please go to my other blog Drink from the Deep to read it. Be encouraged and be challenged today. Above all .… Continue reading I know how you feel
Out of the mouth of babes!
I just had to share this! This was an email from my sister-in-law with her daughter (my niece). Out of the mouth of babes!Last night, I was reading through one of my theology books (Karl Barth’s – God Here And Now) and Gracie was snacking at the table across from me. She paused and asked… Continue reading Out of the mouth of babes!
House Maintenance
What a week! Normally I look forward to when my husband has a business trip. . . . . . . now, that didn’t sound right! 🙂 Let me explain . . . I have 5 kids – ages 4 through 13 – I have 1 husband – and thankfully we are down to just… Continue reading House Maintenance
Adventures in Mothering
I sent this to my fellow MOPS (Mothers of PreSchoolers) group, and thought I would share it with you! Bring on the Adventures! Lori 🙂 Are you guys ready for more adventures in mothering? . . . . well . . . you better be (if you still have kids!). Everyday holds the opportunity for… Continue reading Adventures in Mothering
“Miscellaneous” Parenting tips
This is what I found 5 mintues before having to leave for school! I caught him (and his sibling) just before they were going to turn his face into a Tiger!! It was Picture Day at school!! We had to put on a long-sleeve shirt even though it was warm! Who is this masked boy?… Continue reading “Miscellaneous” Parenting tips
Happy Mother’s Day!
I just had to wish all you moms a HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY today!! I hope it was a wonderful day with family or friends. If you didn’t have someone to be with, then I hope you were at least able to call someone . . . your kids . . . your mom . .… Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day!
The least of these . . . continued.
I wish I had this song to show you when I originally posted “The least of these . . .” .This is for all those days you feel like “just being a mom” is tough . . . .tiring . . . not getting you closer to God . . . etc. Hang in there… Continue reading The least of these . . . continued.
The Mom Song – Anita Renfroe
“The Mom” song, sung to the William Tell Overture, by Anita Renfroe. What a mom says in 24 hours, condensed into 2 minutes and 55 seconds! Hilarious and talented! OK -Here’s another thing I love about moms (and parenting)!! If you haven’t seen this, be prepared to watch it over and over and be tempted… Continue reading The Mom Song – Anita Renfroe