Category: Mothers
LAST-MINUTE GIFTS
“Oh, no! I forgot Mrs. So-and-so.” Yes, I’ve said that before. Bet you have, too. Or, “Mom, I need a gift for a party I’m going to.” You’ve heard that, haven’t you? Many years ago I thought it was weird that my mother had a… Continue Reading “LAST-MINUTE GIFTS”
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MY PINTEREST
I opened a PINTEREST account more than a year ago. Then promptly ignored it. I’ll bet you’ve done something similar before, too. However, a couple of months ago I decided it was time to revisit, learn, conquer the beast. I’m glad I did. Now… Continue Reading “MY PINTEREST”
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12 Things You MUST Remember
Yes, I’m back with my lists! If you’re not sure about any of these please leave a comment. I’ll be delighted to explain! • How to be silly. • Ways to honor your child’s feelings. • When to be a good loser. •… Continue Reading “12 Things You MUST Remember”
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A Solid Foundation for Children
Excellent wisdom from the book Parenting Your Powerful Child: Bringing an End to the Everyday Battles by Dr. Kevin Leman we read on page 177-178: The society we live in today is a dangerous one. There are plenty of big bad wolves out there… Continue Reading “A Solid Foundation for Children”
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Parent’s Good Night Prayer
We sit on the bed beside our child and listen as they pray before going to sleep. Why? • Prayer is a great habit we’re trying to develop in them.• Prayer helps them relax and rest better. • Prayer works. • Prayer reminds them… Continue Reading “Parent’s Good Night Prayer”
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More Stuff Parents Need to Know
More Stuff Parents Need to Know, Practice, Remember: How to help children understand the relationship between actions (behavior) and consequences—both good and bad. That your encouragement is oxygen to your child’s heart.… Continue Reading “More Stuff Parents Need to Know”
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5 Love Languages of Children-Part 3
In The Five Love Languages of Children we’ve been learning how to fully communicate our love for our children in a language they will best understand. Click HERE to review the 5 Love Languages. Click HERE for the introduction to this series. Today’s question… Continue Reading “5 Love Languages of Children-Part 3”
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5 Love Languages of Children-Part 2
Last week I posted The Five Love Languages of Children Part 1. Today let’s look at those Five Love Languages. LOVE LANGUAGE #1 – PHYSICAL TOUCH This pretty much covers any form of touching that is relaxed, affirming, playful or loving. For instance: Hugging,… Continue Reading “5 Love Languages of Children-Part 2”
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5 Love Languages of Children-Part 1
I recently re-read the book The Five Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell, M.D. My copy was published back in 1997. But, the book was revised and republished in 2016. God instituted families to be pictures of His relationship to… Continue Reading “5 Love Languages of Children-Part 1”
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14 Powerful Ways to Show Your Children You Love Them
1. Touch them when you speak to them. 2. Look them in the eyes when you speak to them. 3. Stop! Listen when they speak to you. 4. Thank them for helping. 5. Smile big while you mess up their hair. 6. Tickle! Tickle!… Continue Reading “14 Powerful Ways to Show Your Children You Love Them”
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