Raising Influencers

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The Pritchards wrote the wonderful book, “Going Public: Your Child can Thrive in Public School”. In raising kids, one of the inevitable questions many of us ask is: “In what educational setting will my child thrive?” Every family has to decide whether public, private or homeschool is best for their family. But regardless of our decisions, I love this quote because it inspires all of us to raise influencers wherever our kids are in school.
Lord, in the midst of negative influences, help us not to become overwhelmed and anxious, but to be encouraged to raise INFLUENCERS. Make our children strong to stand above peer pressure. We know that none of us will do a perfect job raising our kids, so thank you for your grace to make up for our weaknesses. Help us take the time to teach our kids how to love you with all their heart and love others well. Guard our children’s steps, make them strong, guide them with your wisdom, and pour your confidence and love into them so that Jesus, you, will shine through them. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Three Ideas on Memorial Day…

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Three practical ways to show gratefulness for the men and women who gave their very lives for our freedom:
1. Pray with your children for families who lost loved ones serving our country, give thanks for them, and our awesome freedom.
2. Ask your children if they’d like to write a note to one of these families thanking them.
3. Bring a meal to a family who lost their dad, mom, or spouse serving our country to show we remember and are grateful for them, and just to practically help out.
(If you have more ideas, please share them below!)
We are forever grateful for all the brave, selfless men and women who gave their lives so we can live in freedom. Lord, please bless these families immeasurably. In Jesus’ Name, amen.

Giving Thanks Always: Betsie ten Boom’s Remarkable Choice in a Concentration Camp

Be encouraged by Betsie ten Boom’s amazing story in my article:

“Giving Thanks Always: Betsie ten Boom’s Remarkable Choice in a Concentration Camp”

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I will be posting this week on Facebook & Instagram about board game recommendations if you want to check it out. Some of the ones we’ve loved are Ticket to Ride Junior, Sequence, Sleeping Queens, and Uno. Please comment below to share some of your favorites!

 

 

Parenting & Devotional Book Recommendations

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The devotional for 6 & up fosters wonder in His amazing creation & Himself. So good! 

 
The Boundaries book is impactful and practical for parenting all age children and this quote summarizes it. “Boundaries with kids isn’t about ‘making’ your child do anything. People who are coerced to do something don’t have the freedom to make nature or moral choices. It is much more about structuring your child’s existence so that he experiences the consequences of his behavior, thus leading him to be more responsible and caring.” 
 
The pic below is from the March of Dimes walk yesterday supporting Preemie babies! Our triplets participated in the “Superhero Sprint” where they had capes for all the kids – so cute! And so much fun seeing some of the nurses from the NICU who took care of B, B& G when they were itty bitties!
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“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give you. I do not give as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27

Sharing your Children’s Birth Stories with Them

Years ago, a MOPS speaker said children love knowing the details of how they came into the world because it helps them grasp that they are each individuals with their own story and purpose and also a special gift to God and us. Have fun sharing your children’s birth stories with them and the miracles they are!

“Children are a gift from the Lord.” Psalm 127:3

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