Each December there’s a battle between a simple and super-sized celebration. When my boys were really young, I wanted everything super-sized, but as they’ve grown, we want to focus more and more on simple. There’s more time for hot chocolate, more time to read one more chapter, and more time for making memories without the…
We all have someone who is tough to shop for on our Christmas lists. At our house, James’s wish list takes me longer to get together than anyone else’s. So I thought I’d share what we came up with for this year and gifts he’s loved from years past. Maybe it will spark some ideas…
When I was growing up, my dad taught me a few lessons he said over and over again. The first was, “There’s more than one way to get anywhere.” Since I was good at pointing out to him, “This isn’t how you get there!” it was an important first lesson to learn. I’m still pretty good…
I love this time of year. I love hopping on Facebook and reading what all my friends are thankful for. I love holding hands with family members around the table and remembering the blessings God has given us. I love putting Colossians 3:17 into practice, “…do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the…
I’m very excited to share with you a new ministry opportunity that has come my way! I’ve been a writer for Not Alone Parents for most of this year. Each month I look forward to connecting with the special-needs parents and grandparents (and a few aunts, uncles, teachers, and friends!) who find community and encouragement…
Three years ago we sat in kid-sized chairs in a room at the local elementary school and heard, “We believe your son has autism.” And with that, a new story began for our family. New labels. New acronyms. New diets, doctors, and dangers. New teachers, therapists, and helpers. I’ve said and written it dozens of…
