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3 Reasons to Send Your Child to a Christian School
There are many benefits to sending your child to a Christian school. While some of the often quoted, negative statistics about government schools should be enough, here are three primary benefits for those who may still need convincing.
Playing With Your Children Can Be More Than Fun and Games
Incorporating playfulness into your weekly routine opens up opportunities to pass on your Christian values, bond as a family, and guide your kids as they mature.
Don't Be a Ravioli Parent
Because it's easier or perhaps out of fear, we often avoid messy situations, to the detriment of our kids.
Cell Phones, Computer Games and Teenagers
How does a parent regulate a teen's phone, iTouch, laptop, and TV usage, especially during weekends, vacations, and summer?
When Our Children Reflect the Gospel
God loves children and He uses them to teach the older and the aged the very life lessons we try so hard to teach the young. You'll be surprised and blessed to see how many ways God teaches us about faith through those little one's eyes.
5 Tips for Having a Great 'Date Night' with Your Kids
The power of parents “being there” for their kids is so profoundly meaningful that we often miss it. One key way to "be there" is a regular, one-on-one ‘date night’ with each of your kids.
Shower the Bride-to-Be
Ok, ladies, when was the last time you had a tea party? It might have been when you were little, dressing up dolls and teddy bears for pretend tea and cookies. Well, I'm excited to relive some of that simple joy and host a real tea party as a bridal shower.
Enjoy Harmony in Your Household
Do you assess your house by the levels of chaos you have in it? Learn some common sense ways to bring order, calm, and fulfillment to your household
Video: Groom Surprises His Bride With a Flash Mob - She Was Overjoyed!
Watch this handsome groom surprise his bride on their wedding day with something awesome...she NEVER saw this comin'! =)
How to Create Your Vacation Plans
Do you dream about experiences you’d like to have with your family? Then grab a piece of paper...
Brides on a Budget - How to Have a Fabulous Wedding for Less
The average wedding in America costs around $29,000! Not surprisingly, couples are looking for ways to save money on their special day. Here are some ideas to help you have a wonderful wedding on a budget.
Video: Dog Wants a Kitten - Adorable!!
A loving owner created a cute and hilarious video about his dog "wanting" a kitten. Watch this for a smile!
How to Create Your Vacation Plans
Do you dream about experiences you’d like to have with your family? Then grab a piece of paper...
A Generation Immersed in Media
Parents should look to this new report about childhood media immersion with interest and concern. Does anyone really believe that all this media exposure has no ill effects on children and adolescents?
Conquer Your Student Debt
If you left college with a diploma and a pile of student loan debt, take heart. The good news is you can escape from student debt prison.
5 Ways to Serve a Single Mom (and Why You Should)
Single parenting has become a hot-button issue for many churches around the country; but many churches are ill-equipped to respond to the needs of single moms.
So how can you make a difference in the life of a single mother?
Two Sisters Are Overwhelmed With Joy at Some Great News!
A young couple told their precious little girls wonderful news...and they couldn't have gotten sweeter reactions! Watch, as these little girls become beyond excited about this special news.
5 Ways to Have a Fun, Stress-Free Vacation
"Family Vacation". Those are two words that strike fear into the hearts of many parents (teenagers too!) Here are some tips that can help you turn your next family vacation into a great experience.
Create the Home Your Family Needs
Every day, you have incredible opportunities to influence the next generation through your work as a mom. Find out how you can make the most of those opportunities by creating a loving and secure environment for your family at home.
FREE Summer Reading Programs
School is almost out for the summer, so make sure a strong reading program is part of your child's summer!
Here is a huge list of FREE Summer Reading Programs; many that your children can take advantage of to earn FREE books, prizes, and cash!
5 Ways to Have a Fun, Stress-Free Vacation
"Family Vacation". Those are two words that strike fear into the hearts of many parents (teenagers too!) Here are some tips that can help you turn your next family vacation into a great experience.
Focusing on the Good
I tend to see the frustrating things in my kids. The things I think need changing. The things that I'm mad at myself for not being more consistent about...
Focusing on the Good
I tend to see the frustrating things in my kids. The things I think need changing. The things that I'm mad at myself for not being more consistent about...
Video: Adorable Flower Girl Makes an Unforgettable Entrance
This little flower girl makes an entrance that NO one will forget. :) It's hilarious!!!
How to Become a Better Listener
Are you REALLY listening to your children? The good listening habits you exhibit now will yield a closer life-long relationship with them.
5 Ways to Serve a Single Mom (and Why You Should)
Single parenting has become a hot-button issue for many churches around the country; but many churches are ill-equipped to respond to the needs of single moms.
So how can you make a difference in the life of a single mother?
Graduation Day's New Start
June, the month of dreams, the month of new beginnings for students across America, is now upon us. This stage in life -- whatever that may be -- finally is finished and the next one can begin. But what lies ahead?
