by Melinda | Nov 1, 2007 | Motherhood
This little ditty was sent to me and I have no idea who wrote it, but it’s hilarious!Six married men will be dropped on an island with one car and 4 kids each for six weeks. Each kid will play two sports and either take music or dance classes. There is no fast...
by Melinda | Nov 1, 2007 | It's a Dog's Life
One of my favorite blogs to frequent is the Living Proof (Beth Moore) blog. It is just wonderful and provides a lot of fun and a lot of insight. Beth and her daughter, Amanda, are both authors on the blog and one of Amanda’s latest posts, “Sunday...
by Melinda | Oct 31, 2007 | Living the God Life, Motherhood
I first heard this phrase from author Carol Kent’s book, When I Lay My Isaac Down. An intriguing title. The sub-title is “unshakable faith in unthinkable circumstances”. Written about her own son in the midst of an harrowing situation, it harkens to...
by Melinda | Oct 19, 2007 | Motherhood
I Corinthians 13 for Mothers by Jim FowlerIf I live in a house of spotless beauty with everything in its place,but have not love, I am a housekeeper, not a homemaker.If I have time for waxing, polishing, and decorative achievements, but have not love, my children...
by Melinda | Oct 19, 2007 | Living the God Life
I was challenged in something this morning that, to be honest, I’ve never thought about in quite this way. At least not extensively. I think when you are a parent, you become consumed with the futures of your own children and grandchildren. If you’re like...