She Didn’t Win the Trophy, But I Couldn’t Be Prouder
I looked at my daughter as her face fell. She looked at me for a moment, took a deep breath, and went back to her seat.
They Can’t Take Jesus Out of Our Schools if We Send Jesus to School in Our Kids
This parenting gig comes with all sorts of worries. Some we have a small amount of control over – like making sure we don’t run out of milk or that the electric bill is paid on time – and others…
A Love Letter to Our Teachers
As our school year is coming to a close and this house is counting down the days of May with the enthusiasm as the countdown to Christmas, I want to take a moment to thank those teachers that have given…
Truth Tales – Sometimes Helping Others is as Easy as Enjoying a Story
I recently met a wonderful woman by the name of Mary. She is lovely and fascinating, caring and intelligent – basically all of the things I want to be when I grow up. We met through a mutual friend at…
First Day of School Playlist
If my life had a soundtrack, this would be it for the first day of school.
Teacher Gifts
I can only be grateful that these amazing people are making such an impact and giving so much of themselves to my most precious gifts.
End of School Recap – How did we do?
We’re in the home stretch – only a few days left until summer starts, and we are LIMPING towards the finish line over here. It’s taking huge amounts of discipline to not give into the pleading to stay home each…
To My Child’s Teacher
Thank you for doing what you do and for being who you are. Thank you for giving and giving and giving. Thank you for your encouragement and compassion, your correction and your grace.
