I guess I did say something spiritual yesterday, and what’s more, David remembered! Yesterday, David said at breakfast, “Serve me first!” I told him that God wants us to serve others first. (In retrospect, I probably should have asked a question instead of lecturing…) This morning, I came to the table and David informed me [...]
Filed under: Getting Along, Humility
Today was much better than yesterday. Still a lot of emotions around here, but I was more sane, so that helped immensely. To be truthful, I started better. I made the Lord my refuge instead of… oh, many things I do when I”m overwhelmed (Ps 62:1). I suppose it also helped that the kids woke [...]
Filed under: Introspection
… All the women in our house get more emotional. We’ll see how we do today. I’m not sure if Laurel and Bethel are getting sick, or just missing dad, or responding to my stress. I need to spend more time in God’s Word. That will help me worry less. Why are you so fearful, [...]
Filed under: Military Life
After driving all day yesterday, we arrived home. Lee left this morning for five days (medical training). Tonight Bethel is having a hard time going to sleep. She’s wiggling and being noisy, both actions that are quite effective in keeping herself awake. I disciplined her for disobeying (getting out of bed when I told her [...]
Filed under: Bedtime
One of the hardest parts of visiting relatives for me is discipline. Now you must understand that our family is supportive of our commitment to biblical discipline. We don’t always agree on the particulars, but as far as families go, we’re all pretty much on the same page (or close to it), particularly when you [...]
Filed under: In the Car and on the Go, Obedience
We’re at my parents’ house, along with my brother and his family, for a short vacation before Lee goes on a week trip out of town next week. The children are so excited to be spending time with their cousins and grandparents, but there are several challenges they face while here. The first is eating. [...]
Filed under: In the Car and on the Go
A tired David came crying into the living room yesterday. Daddy had decided to make hot dogs, unaware that David had already asked me for a peanut butter and honey sandwich. I cringed from the other room when I heard Lee say “You can have a sandwich tomorrow. Today we’re having hot dogs.” Sure enough, [...]
Read Part 1 first. True confession: I love helpful hint books. When I was a kid, I’d find an old Hints from Heloise book at the thrift store, and I’d learn all about how to get wine out of your tablecloth and gum out of your hair. I probably have hundreds of helpful tips stored [...]
Filed under: Wisdom
I’m wondering how often I say okay with my children, and whether I have a problem with it. “We’re going to get you dressed, okay?” Is this simply a request for feedback, where the correct response to the question is “Yes, Ma’am”? Do I use it for “event changes” more than “obedience commands” ? (We’re [...]
Filed under: Using Questions
Some time ago, I read some very good advice on a blog from what appears to be a godly, wise woman. The response was overwhelming. “Give us more wisdom” several said eagerly. This request bothered me then, and has stuck with me. Are we ever to seek wisdom from people? What this lady had to [...]
Filed under: Wisdom
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