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My daughter is passionately independent. Ever since she was a toddler she has wanted to “do it herself.” Sometimes this is a good trait. It allows her to figure out ways to complete complex tasks and have a great sense of accomplishment when she does. Sometimes, this trait is a curse. She finds it very…
Talking about the Commandments
I am a first born child, a rule-follower. I have always been the type of person who wants to be very clear on what the rules are so that I can follow them well. When people use “house rules” in a board or card game it drives me crazy. My son is a lot like…
When You are Angry with God
Lately, my conversations with God have been a little tense. If I’m honest, some of them have even evolved into shouting matches. Life has thrown me a few curve balls and God and I have been working it out – and the conversations have been raw and honest, and not always pretty. I am not…
God Loves You No Matter What
I recently attended an open house at the middle school for my oldest child. I’m embarking on new territory here. For many years I have worked with middle school youth and I have publicly stated that middle school kids are my favorite, and they are! This is the first time, however, that my child will…
The Gift of Grandparents
I grew up as a military brat, which meant that I never lived near my grandparents. Fortunately, this didn’t stop my parents and grandparents from doing things to make sure we had a great relationship with them. My mom’s parents made a trip to see us every year, no matter where we were. They helped…