Shy, Tired or Rude? How do we encourage that child?

Shy, Tired or Rude? How do we encourage that child?

Grasping my skirt like a lifeline, our young daughter refused to let go. “Say ‘hi’ to Mr. Smith, honey. He’s been daddy’s friend since he was a little boy. Just give a quick hello.” I could feel her fingers clench tighter as she burrowed deeper into my skirt. No eye...
My Mommy Mess-Up Moment

My Mommy Mess-Up Moment

It’s been one of those weeks. I’ve been overwhelmed, struggling with discouragement and down right exhausted in my mothering, so I revisted a post that I wrote earlier and claiming this truth. It’s been awhile since I’ve messed up as a mother....