Take Back Thanksgiving!
I had to laugh when I stopped by my local Target at 8am on Halloween morning to pick up more candy, and a zealous worker was already removing the candy and replacing it with boxes of Christmas [...]
(Podcast) The New-ness of You—The Power of Being Grateful
We eat food every single day, but how often do we pause and think about how essential it is to our well-being? And If you are what you eat, what connections can we make to when Jesus says He [...]
From Holiday to Habit: How to Make Thankfulness an Everyday Practice
It's a disconcerting fact of adulthood that it doesn't take much to feel discouraged. A glance at the headlines, a report of a friend's illness, an announcement of rising costs.... Opportunities [...]
Parent Devotion: Gratitude Without Strings Attached
“Thank you for everything you do for me. I love you. I’m so blessed that you’re my mom.” Those were the words texted to me last month by my college-age daughter. My heart swelled with love and [...]
The “Last Time” Moments of Parenthood
There are many precious "last time" moments and milestones with our kids that all parents celebrate with photos and fanfare. There are also the "last time moments" we quietly honor with a [...]