Mother’s Day blues
Over the weekend we celebrated Mother's Day. During this time you couldn't help but notice it everywhere – from the social media posts to the advertising...
God speaks. Are you listening?
Liezel joined me at church and youth group and sat in on many of the SCA (Student Christian Association) meetings in high school –...
The working mom: Can you do it all?
I was recently chatting with someone about this very topic. Many people are getting married and their careers are in full swing, but they also want...
How do you parent a strong-willed child?
What it is like to be a parent? Sometimes it feels like you’re trying to herd cats. There are those amazing days when you...
When your kids don’t play along
Have you ever been in a restaurant and looked over at a table with that annoyed look in your eyes? You see a flustered...
Dealing With Difficult People
I've only been in a fight once in my life. In Grade 7, I accidentally tripped over the class bully's foot and she tore...
How to cope when one parent travels
The world is much smaller than it used to be. It’s much easier to jump on an aeroplane or take a train to who...
After The Rain
For the last three years South Africa experienced the driest period on record. With barely a drop of rain, death was everywhere. Crops were...
Parenting: One size doesn’t fit all
The issue of educating children according to their temperament and learning type instead of following a universal, standardised programme is not a new topic...
What death taught me
Death. Many of us have experienced it in some form or another in our lives. Whether it was a beloved family member or friend, I'm sure you'll agree...