This time of year marks about halfway to Christmas! Stores are running sales, Hallmark is releasing new movies left and right, and school is only a blink away. Fun fact, you can combine Christmas in July with the back to school events taking place! With minor tweaks here and there, you'll be able to combine what you're already doing to prepare for the upcoming school year with a refreshing way ...
Category: Parenting
4 Ways to Stop Wasting Downtime
Is this you? It's summer, and you're trying to provide great opportunities for your kids. You've got them signed up for camps, sports, VBS, skills clinics, etc...Whatever your kids are up to this summer there some truths that are the same for all of us parents. One, we are driving all over creation making sure our kids get there on time, have the right gear, and feel supported. Two, we've ...
How to Balance Fun and Tasks this Summer
We've got to start today's show by addressing a very specific tension. I know if I'm feeling it, you probably are too. It's the tension between the joy of summertime and the duty of still having to get stuff done. The kids get a break from school, so why can't we take a break from all our work tasks too? Hmm, somehow this summer system is broken! Ha! That's why ...
Family Fun Night Ideas
Families come in all shapes and sizes, but the great thing is that God put our families together on purpose, for a purpose. Everything we do can be channeled into kingdom work, so raising children in a Godly home is included in this. There's one thing you need to know about our family. We're all about loving well and playing big (and probably also being very loud). That's why I'm ...
Summer Thrive Guide
Welcome to the Summer Thrive Guide! Summer is full of fun and no set routines. As our patterns of behavior shift for the summer, I was inspired to create the Summer Thrive Guide. I'm here to help support busy Christian moms gain joy and gratitude by sharing encouragement, wisdom, and funny moments in life. This summer thrive guide ranges from episodes 291-304. It covers everything from how to spend time with ...
How to Pack the Car for a Road Trip
Summertime is for traveling! Tis the season to road trip with your family. You, your spouse, and the kiddos are so excited. You've planned for the trip, the bags are packed, and you've even mapped the vacation on Waze. But, there is one critical step that is often overlooked: how to properly load up the vehicle before you leave. When this one step is missed, it can turn the kickoff ...
4 Tips to Thrive During May Madness
You've heard of March Madness, but have you heard of May Madness? The title may be new to you, but the feelings of overwhelm during the month of May are very familiar. With graduations, end of the year parties, and every sport practicing at the same time, the hustle of May Madness can creep up before you know it. This is why I've created 4 Tips to Thrive During May ...
Pray! What Do I Say? with Betsy Adams
In episode 235, we interview Betsy Adams, Christian author of Pray! What Do I Say?: A 21 Day Devotional for Kids. Betsy is on mission to help Christians disciple the children in their lives. Her newly released book helps with just that. "Pray! What Do I Say? with Betsy Adams" is one of seven in our Author Mini Series 2023. CLICK PLAY TO LISTEN CLICK IF EPISODE DOESN'T APPEAR About the Book Has a ...
Managing Your Emojis with Michelle Nietert
In episode 234, we interview Michelle Nietert, Christian author of Managing Your Emojis: 100 Devotions for Navigating Your Feelings. Michelle is on mission with helping kids take their big emotions to an even bigger God. Her newly released book/devotional helps with just that. "Managing Your Emojis with Michelle Nietert" is one of seven in our Author Mini Series 2023. CLICK PLAY TO LISTEN CLICK IF EPISODE DOESN'T APPEAR About the Book Learning to manage ...