I initially thought I’d put a tagline on the title–something like, Parenting Your Kids Away from Selfishness–but then I thought, ya know, these concepts are really for everyone. For the first time in several years, I’m not teaching a summer course for Regent U. At first, I wasn’t overly excited, since I get paid per […]
Creativity
5 Things To Do In Front Of Your Kids & 5 Things to Avoid
Corbin often comes up to me, asking, “Mommy, will you play a game with me?” Although I love to play games, I have to force myself to relinquish my to-do list and sit down in the middle of the afternoon to play cards or Checkers. I know full well that game playing is my son’s […]
Weekend Exhale: Leave Inspired
Sometimes we just need to be reminded that “yes, you can”. Persevere and work hard, and follow those dreams. I don’t know about you, but I’m nervous this little sweetie is going to fall off the bed. Gets me every time. See what God sees: the beauty and potential within all […]
Resurrection Art & Music: Ushering You In
By His wounds we are healed. I’ve always loved Ron DiCianni’s work, but this painting impacts me in a powerful way. He IS risen and holds the keys of death! “Oh, death, where is your sting? Oh, Hell, where is your victory? Oh […]
What’s on the Horizon
After publishing my first book last year, I felt a great relief and freedom. Whew! After the tedious editing and publishing process, I could finally exhale. Several months later when a friend directed some video footage of me and my work, she asked if I had thoughts of a “next book”. My response involved laughter […]
When You Feel Like a Robot: Regaining Humanity Through Creativity
I grew up creating: writing stories, painting, and even tinkering around on the piano. Some people–my husband included–would claim a void of creative bones, but I disagree. Since we are made in the image of Almighty God, the Supreme Creator, we have the mirrored desires to create. And we shine His nature in us when […]
How to Encourage Your Kids to Write
We’re starting back to school today, which excites a few and makes others groan. If you are a teacher or homeschool mom, these tips might come in handy this semester. As an online English professor I know what it means to teach “the dreaded class.” Aside from public speaking courses, composition seems to be the […]
Play It Again, Sam
I’m over at my mom’s house, introducing an 80’s movie to my kids. Though the VHS is old and cheesy, my children enjoy the adventure of the story and revel in the experience of watching something I did as a child. After the film is over, I snatch kids and put on shoes, trying to […]
The Beauty of Boredom: Finding Creative Inspiration in the Bathtub
About this point in the summer, I start hearing echoes of that dreaded “b” word. “Mom, I’m bored.” I used to cringe at the thought of it, but now, I nearly get excited. You’re bored? Great! Go with that. What can you do to explore the world around you? Seeing boredom as a unpleasant place […]