I’ve been watching my responses to my children’s emotions for the last few weeks, particularly the day-to-day crises that as a parent I would consider relatively “small” or “insignificant in light of eternity” [say this last one with a bit of spiritual concern and a knit brow]. Often, I see their crying as a waste […]
Making Friends with My Children
Sometimes I stop for a moment and realize that I’m so concerned with taking care of my children: doing laundry, cooking meals, making sure their bedrooms are inhabitable from time to time, teaching them to be polite and learn the Bible, that I forget to be their friends, too. Now, I’m not talking about laying […]
Forcing a Change
[I found this draft that I wrote several years ago and never completed. I think it is worthwhile finishing and posting. The text I am adding will be in italics.] Because of my background in special education, I am occasionally asked specific questions about children with disabilities. One of the challenges facing Christian parents with […]
The Messy Floor, Part 2
Awhile back all three children were happily making things at the dining room table. At some point, they stopped (I must have told them to clean up, but I’m not sure). When I came later to inspect the dining room table, I discovered it was completely clean. The kids actually put everything away properly. I […]
