Family values: 7 steps to a flourishing family
How do we nurture and instil healthy family values whilst moving in a fast-paced, ever evolving world? Before we unpack that question, maybe we...
What gossip tells you
I read this statement recently,
"The things you say about others, say a lot about you."
That's quite challenging, isn't it? Gossip tells you a lot...
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...
Mind your online manners, mom!
I find it quite funny that as parents we are so aware of raising our children to know, understand and practice good manners, when...
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...
Moms need time out too
What do you mean us moms need "time out?" Time out for what? For loving on our kids too much, for running around like...
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 –...
With all due respect…
R.E.S.P.E.C.T
In my previous post I began looking at four qualities that are found in people of character: Integrity, Respect, Honesty, and Compassion. Last time...
Why do toddlers need boundaries?
At the moment I am raising a very outspoken, confident, strong-willed toddler. On one hand it is so amazing because he is so confident...
Don’t take my word – see for yourself
Einstein once said:
"The only source of knowledge is experience"
It’s funny how sometimes you can know all there is to know on a topic but...