What does the Bible say about raising a difficult child? Dealing with a difficult child is a common problem that parents deal with, and it can be very challenging! Two of our children were what I would describe as “difficult” or challenging so I know the frustration, and even tears, those kids can bring. Dealing with a Difficult Child: A Common Challenge I want to encourage you to remember two things as you raise your difficult child: You are not alone in this! Other parents out there are struggling with some of the same issues as you are. GOD knows what you are going through, and He cares ..read more

Hey there, moms! In today’s video, I’m diving into 5 parenting mistakes that push your child away and how to fix them. We all want to build strong, healthy relationships with our kids, but sometimes, despite our best intentions, we make common parenting mistakes that create distance instead of closeness. Join me as we explore these parenting mistakes we should avoid and learn practical strategies for how to fix your parenting mistakes. Whether you’re dealing with young children or teenagers, these parenting tips are essential for creating a positive and supportive family dynamic. 5 Parenting M ..read more

My husband comes from a family of 14 kids. Every year on the 4th of July, we have a family reunion with his side of the family, at a local park. My husband and all 13 of his siblings were there for the picnic and pictures. There were also many of their kids and grandkids. (Over 100 people!) The picture below is all 14 kids with their spouses. When You Feel Like “Just a Mom” Seven of the twelve live in this area, and we all attend the same church. All seven are involved in the ministry there. One brother is the music director, another one works in the Spanish ministry. What a blessing it is to ..read more

Often in my workshops, the topic of winning and keeping the heart of your child is discussed. Along with that, I always mention the importance of getting your anger under control. I have had moms start to cry when I talk about this. Many have come to my booth and cried as they talked about their struggle to control their anger in their homeschool. Parenting and homeschooling tend to bring out the “over-reactive” in us! Yes, I can be and have been the over-reactive Mom who came unglued! Over time I learned to do better. I’m going to share some secrets I learned about how to avoid coming unglued ..read more

Encouraging spiritual growth in teens can feel like navigating uncharted waters for many parents. Imagine my friend Sarah. She is a busy mom of two teenagers who noticed her children drifting away from the values she cherished. She remembered the peace and direction her relationship with Jesus Christ gave her and wanted the same for her kids. Through patience, open conversations, and shared experiences, Sarah found ways to inspire her kids to explore their spirituality, fostering a deeper connection within their family. In this post, I want to explore practical and heartfelt strategies for Mom ..read more

Managing your home, family, and homeschool is not easy! At times it can be stressful or even overwhelming. If we’re not careful, we can be facing homeschool mom burnout. However, with some thought and planning you will find there are some super simple routines to reduce homeschool Mom stress. I’m going to share a few simple routines that helped me tremendously over the 31 years of juggling my family, home, and homeschooling. They may seem little, but often the little things are what wears us down. Little things easily become big things. Super Simple Routines to Reduce Homeschool Mom Stres ..read more

One of the most meaningful and impactful practices we can incorporate into our daily routines is the sharing and reflection of scripture.  In a world that moves so quickly, taking the time to root our families in faith not only strengthens our spiritual foundations but also fosters a sense of peace, unity, and purpose within the walls of our homes. Whether you are new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran, integrating scripture into your everyday life can be a beautiful and transformative experience. Why incorporate scripture into daily routines? I’d like to help you create a nurturing e ..read more

A few years back,  I was talking with my 20-year-old daughter who was home from college for the summer. As we were talking, she said something that made me sit up and pay attention!  She said: “I find myself saying things all the time that I used to hear you say, Mom.” Wow! I have to say that the thought of her repeating my words was rather unsettling to me. It gave me pause, and made me think about what she may have heard often from me, that she was now repeating! I realized that she had been ECHOING MY WORDS! So, I engaged with her and asked her what things were being repeated ..read more

How do you begin to teach and develop Spiritual leadership in your homeschool? As homeschool Moms, we have the unique opportunity to not only teach our kids the ABC’s and 123’s, but we are given the privilege of being one of the most important Spiritual leaders in their formative years. This is such a big responsibility, but also an amazing blessing to be able to pass this character trait on to our children.  How To Teach Spiritual Leadership In Your Homeschool What does the Bible say about spiritual leadership? There are many teaching examples of leadership throughout biblical history ..read more

There is ONE answer for all parenting issues that works no matter what happens with your child. As parents, we face various challenges with our children and often wonder how to deal with the situation at hand. While there is no easy answer for much that we face in parenting, there are some things we can do to help us resolve them quicker and easier. The One Answer For All Parenting Issues During the spring and early summer months, I have the privilege of speaking at home-school conferences. One of the things that I always enjoy when I’m there is the opportunity to talk with many of the parent ..read more