

My parenting regret

And just like that we have a child that has left the nest. That was an experience! I’ve taken the last few days since our oldest daughter moved into her apartment–it’s close to us and she she lives with a family member–to reflect and I have found my one parenting regret.  That doesn’t mean I haven’t had mistakes in parenting, but those come with the territory. Every since I’ve learned the value of prayer, I…..

Why husbands should make the bed

There’s a simple reason you, Mr. Husband, should be making your bed everyday. Depending on the number of throw pillows you’ve acquired, making the bed takes approximately 1.5 minutes.  Yes, I’ve timed it.  Now, I’m not suggesting a simple gesture of your willingness to pull your weight around the house.  If you want to do that, take care of the dishes or run the vacuum (without being asked!). No, I have something much more meaningful in mind……

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A prayer after a stressful day.

I hope you never have to use a prayer like this.  But, let’s be honest, you will.  When that day comes, I hope the prayer behind these words (not just the words of the prayer) ushers God’s presences into your chaos. Waiting   God of Peace that surpasses understanding, your power has silenced storms and moved mountains. Today, though, I feel like I am the one who has been moved. The stress of today has…..