If Satan can’t tempt us to sin in the usual carnal ways of the world, he will fill our to-do lists with “good deeds” to the point that we neglect our true callings.
Category: mom
Motherhood Matters
Motherhood. It’s often a thankless job, but one day out of the year everyone acknowledges the contribution of mothers. I personally think we should celebrate moms on Labor Day as well, but that’s probably because I was in labor for two days with my son. In a world where abortion and a laid back approach…
Priceless
Santa Baby
Christmas is coming and two words are heard in every home: Santa Claus. Hopefully “Baby Jesus” is also heard in many homes, but sadly apart from church and individual households, these words are not as advertised as the jolly old dude in red duds. I have never told my three-year-old son “Santa is watching” (though…
Bringing Generations Together Over the Holidays
One of my favorite holiday memories is helping my mother and grandmother cook for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Before I got married, I would spend the night before each holiday with my mom and do all the little prep work and washing, since they were the real cooks. Now I still like to come by sometime…
A Parenting Prayer on My Son’s Third Birthday
America’s Fading Glory
Forgiving My Father
You never forget receiving shocking news, and the details of the day often stick with you as clearly as the news itself. I distinctly remember standing in the park, watching my boyfriend (now husband) play baseball. My walkie-talkie sized Nokia rang and a funny number showed up. I answered it and listened intently at the…