Tag Archives: parenting
DEAR, CHILD OF MINE
Dear, child of mine: It’s been a while since I checked in with you, but you already know I’m here for you all the time. There are so many memories I have of you. I remember how those nine months … Continue reading
SUM, SUM, SUMMERTIME
We’re two thirds of the way through summer and this time of year always brings memories of family travels. At the start of these adventures our kids were still quite young, so everything was exciting – like looking at the largest … Continue reading
GIVE UP YOUR PHONE?
My name is Kathy and I’m a phone-aholic. I’ve become part of the new generation. I spend way too much time on my phone. I never thought this would happen to me, but it has and now I’m going to … Continue reading
MEMORIES OF SUMMERS PAST
I hear there’s such a thing as a “stay-cation,” which allows you to sleep in your own home while visiting local sites of interest. That sounds like a good plan to me. We do have a lot of interesting things … Continue reading
TO THE FATHER OF MY CHILDREN
Originally posted 06/10/2014 as Ten Ways to be a Good Dad. We are no longer in the young parenting stage of life, but have tons of memories about our parenting years. Those treasures have compiled and sustained us through some … Continue reading
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY, SONS IN LAW
When our daughters choose the man to spend the rest of their lives with, they are bringing along a whole additional set of baggage, which includes another entire family. We’ve been blessed with two sons in law and they are … Continue reading
WANTED – A FATHER
There is no real job description associated with the title of father. Many men have fathered children, but are not fathers to them. It takes a man of real character and strength to be a good dad. If you were … Continue reading
THE PRODIGAL’S FATHER
Originally posted on 06/17/201 Parenting is one of the most difficult occupations out there. You’re responsible for another’s life, for the things they learn and become, for their discipline and social skills, for their behavior, what they eat, how they … Continue reading
THE KIDS WHO CALL ME MOM
My children Joy, Amy & Bob I have been blessed by God with three wonderful kids. Each of them is unique in their own special way. This picture was taken several years ago. Hair color has changed somewhat, time has … Continue reading
DAYS IN THE LIFE OF A MOTHER
Every mom has a few funny stories she drags up once in a while to amuse her friends or remind her kids of how much fun it is to parent. Our kids usually aren’t amused at the retelling, but that … Continue reading
MOTHER OF MANY
“He that raises a large family does, indeed, while he lives to observe them, stand a broader mark for sorrow; but then he stands a broader mark for pleasure too.” Benjamin Franklin Well, Benjamin Franklin only had three children that … Continue reading
SUPER MOM
The role of mother has changed over time. The book of Proverbs describes what a mother should be – a virtuous woman who loves, teaches, guides, disciplines and gives her children the tools to get through life. She should be … Continue reading
I WANT MY MOMMIE!
Don’t you just love it when there’s a little voice trailing behind you saying, “Mom – mom, mommie, mother, ma, mom, mom, mom? Little ones are constant sources of questions, needs, demands and wants. “I want a cookie,” “I want a new … Continue reading
ON TURNING 99
Psalm 103:13 As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him” If my dad had lived beyond his 61st birthday, he’d be 99 today. As I come near my 77th, I … Continue reading
PARENTING IN THE 21ST CENTURY
We’re living in a brand new time. No, I’m not going to start a rant on technology, because I use it every day and am probably on the internet as much as my grandchildren. It’s a magnificent tool. With technology, … Continue reading
MY CHILD, MY JOY!
When she was brought home, preparations were being made for Christmas. She was due on Christmas Day, but surprised us by coming early. We named her Joy Noel, not realizing just how much of a joy she would grow into. … Continue reading
BECOMING YOUR PARENT’S PARENT
The parenting role never changes. Once you become one, you are one for life. As your children grow and start new lives, they may be gone, but not forgotten. Their safety, their freedom from problems and worry, their joys and … Continue reading
