A Private Party: Celebrating Me
There is nothing more precious than to watch a young girl, who has not yet been tainted by the standards…
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The Marriage Chronicles: The Pragmatist v. the Romantic
Without fail, my husband continues to profoundly disappoint me. He is a great friend, companion and conversationalist. He makes me…
5 Things to Embrace for 2016
Five Communication Habits to Embrace in 2016 Happy New Year, Speak Lifers! Many of us will head back to work…
Thankful Living: Finding Joy in the Small Things in Life
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned from both my daughters is finding joy in the small things in life.…
New Beginnings
I love new stuff. I love a car wash with new air freshner. I love the look of a fresh…
Flawed Mothers, Other Mothers and Model Mothers in the Bible
This week in Speak Life! ten courageous women shared their authentic and personal stories about their mothers or being a…
Even in Death, God’s Providence for Our Children Reigns
I believe God is sovereign. I believe His will is best for us. I believe God is able to do…
Stay Sharp!
This weekend my daughters, who are 11 and 7, and I were playing Categories. You know the game–it is when…
Be Ready. Be Available: Conversations with my Tween
This year my 11 year-old daughter started middle school. I have always been intentional about spending time with each of…
If I Were the Mother of a Black Boy: Reflections of Trayvon Martin and other Boys Like Him
On Saturday night, I was stunned at the acquittal of George Zimmerman for the shooting death of 17 year-old Trayvon…