“So where do you guys want to go for dinner?” It seemed like a simple enough question. But involving hungry teens in such decisions can lead to a raging headache, and immediate regret for asking their input in the first place. After a couple rounds of disagreement, my daughter conceded to her brother—agreeing to go…
There is nothing quite like a photograph to capture a moment. A moment that would otherwise vanish. A warm glance. A smile. A breathtaking sunset. Recently, however, I was struck by the limitation of a photo – the details that get lost in translation. And all because of something as profound and inspiring as a…
Hello Spring! If history is any guide, the groundhog can’t change his mind after my favorite backyard tree radiates purple. I stood at our kitchen window admiring the budding beauty, and there on the windowsill sat a miniature ceramic manger holding baby Jesus. He was just resting there peacefully amidst vitamin bottles and knick-knacks, separated from the rest of…
“Ok you two, stop punching each other for a minute so we can read this bible verse.” Words I never anticipated saying as a parent! I didn’t realize until I had boys that their language of love involves things like wrestling, pinching, headlocks, spontaneous tackling, and on this particular morning….boxing. They found an old pair…