January 18, 2012Community Stories, Children, Parenting, Teens
15 Ways to Affirm Your Children
1. Speak Praise to Them—just pause in an unexpected moment and say, “Hey, I just want you to know I’m proud of you, and here are some reasons why!” 2. Write a Specific Note to Them—Write out the good qualities and successes you...
January 18, 2012Personal Stories, Family, Parenting, Teens
Enjoying Life With Your Teen
Teenagers in Your Home? You’ve lived through 2 a.m. feedings, toddler temper tantrums, and the back-to-school blues. So why is the word “teenager” causing you so much anxiety? The teenage years are an intense time of growth, not ...
January 12, 2012Articles, Acceptance, Commitment, Family, Forgiveness, Grace, Love, Marriage, Parenting
Making a House a Home
It was a plain house. The walls were off-white and the furniture was mismatched and worn. Not much insulation, and no indoor plumbing. The outside was no better. It certainly needed repairs and painting. And then there was the landscapin...