Beautiful Feet
Most of us do not think our feet are very attractive. Many people have aching feet. Did you know one-fourth of all the bones in your body are in your feet? There are 54 bones, 19 muscles and 100 ligaments and tendons. The average American walks 70,000 miles in a lifetime! The Bible talks about our feet and the steps we take. “If the Lord delights in a man’s way, he will make his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand” (Psalm 37:23). God cares so much about our feet, He even counts our...
read moreQuotes for Father’s Day
Quotes for Father’s Day As you read these quotes, take a moment and thank God for the special men in your life! “A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” Billy Graham “The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.” Theodore Hesburgh, Catholic Priest and President Emeritus of the University of Notre Dame “Any man can be a father. It takes someone special to be a dad.” Unknown “A man’s...
read moreLet the Games Begin
Let The Games Begin! What can you do when the kids say, “I’m bored!” Invite some friends to join you in the backyard and let the games begin. If you do not have a swimming pool, just turn on a sprinkler and play with wet splash balls! Here are some ideas for fun: 1. Water Volleyball 2. Water Baseball 3. Balloon Blanket Toss This game needs 2 large sheets and a steady supply of filled water balloons. Divide into 2 teams. Space people evenly around the edge of the sheets and place a filled water balloon in the center of one of the sheets. ...
read morePlugging into the Power Source
Helping your children learn about God and His Word is part of your task as the primary spiritual leader in your children’s lives. You might ask, “How can I do this?” Here are some quick tips to use at home with your children: Model the importance of Bible study by setting aside a regular time for family devotions. Read Scripture together. It doesn’t have to be much, but it has to be clear that God’s Word is an important resource and part of daily life. Pray daily with and for your children. Memorize one verse together as...
read moreGood Night
Is your child having trouble sleeping or having nightmares? Consider taking a different approach to prepare for peaceful rest. A recent study has found playing video games before bed is not a good idea if you want a good night’s sleep. Due to the emotional stimulation of the action, as well as the backlighting on the screen, natural melatonin levels are likely to be disrupted. Reading a book and listening to soft music are more effective bedtime activities. Your child will benefit physically and emotionally from good sleep habits—not...
read moreServe You?
Finding family volunteer opportunities is important. Kids learn empathy for others, problem solving, and are educated regarding how early life choices can have long reaching impacts. A recent study found that children who serve others on a regular basis are less likely to become involved in at-risk behaviors. Seventy-three percent of kids ages 6 to 11 said sharing, being kind, and helping others are just as valuable to learn as reading, writing, and math to be successful in life. This C&R Research study also found that when kids...
read moreWho is the Kid of the Day?
Do you ever have trouble making sure each sibling gets a fair share of first turns and special attention? Use this idea from Family Fun Magazine; name a Kid of the Day (KOD). Each day, on a rotating basis, one child is awarded this prestigious title and all the privileges that go with it. They decide what TV show to watch and are the first to play with a coveted toy. If the group cannot agree on which game to play, let the Kid of the Day come to the rescue. The Kid of the Day is designed to maintain peace but can also be used to make each...
read moreHer Children Call Her Blessed
For My Mom, Rosemary Warden When I read Proverbs 31, my Mom comes very close to fitting all the criteria. At different times in her life she may have accomplished all the things listed! There is no one who can cook, clean, do more with less, provide for her family or be more willing to sacrifice for others than my Mother. One of the funniest stories I remember is when my children were young and my son had a button that came off his shirt. He said, “Mom, we need to go to Mimi’s house so she can sew this button on my shirt.” Now, before you...
read moreGrains of Sand
“How precious to me are your thoughts, O God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of the sand” (Psalm 139:17). Newsletter #1 If you want to know something about parents, just ask their child. Children are so innocent and honest. They haven’t been taught to hide their feelings; they just tell it like it is! What do you think they would tell us about the way we live our lives today? Here are some thoughts: We are too busy. Rushing from one thing to the next is not ideal for a child. If your child...
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