by Arlene | Jun 24, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
I am thrilled, honored, floored, and humbled to announce that I will be writing my next book with Dr. Gary Chapman. Dr. Chapman is the author of the bestselling The 5 Love Languages series (more than 8 million copies sold – yes, you read that right!). We will...
by Arlene | Jun 21, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
I’m not pregnant… We’re not adopting… We’re not moving… But I do have some exciting, red-letter-day news that I will share with you next week. Especially if you are a parent, you are going to benefit from my announcement! Talk to...
by Arlene | Jun 16, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Here are some of the Father’s Day gifts James received yesterday. Boxes made with love. A touching book all about dad. These gifts were made by the best kids in the world for the best dad in the world (yes, I’m biased!). James is a great father for many...
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by Arlene | Jun 13, 2013 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast or listen to it now: [iframe src=”http://html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/2354395/height/100/width/480/thumbnail/yes” height=”100″ width=”480″ scrolling=”no”] Help Wanted: Looking for a good...
by Arlene | Jun 10, 2013 | The Latest ...
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”http://html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/2354395/height/100/width/480/thumbnail/yes/theme/legacy” height=”100″ width=”480″ scrolling=”no”]You cannot underestimate the...
by Arlene | Jun 10, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
The kids are home for summer…now what do you do with them? You don’t want to over-program, but you don’t want hours and hours of idle time either. Here are a few summer activities for kids that have worked for us in the past that we will try again:...
by Arlene | Jun 6, 2013 | Books I Like, Parenting, The Latest ...
Are you looking for quality easy-to-use Bible resources for toddlers and preschoolers? There are many choices on the market which is a good thing. I have a few favorites in case you are looking for a summer gift for your child or grandchild. These toddler and...
by Arlene | Jun 3, 2013 | Books I Like, The Latest ...
Let me begin by saying that I love author and speaker Kathi Lipp! Her newest book Praying God’s Word for Your Life will encourage you and provide a prayer guide that’s doable and powerful. Powerful because the book shows you how to pray God’s Word...
by Arlene | May 28, 2013 | Books I Like, The Latest ...
I have a friend who just asked me today about some self publishing tips. How do you self publish a book? As I was thinking about what resources to email her, I realized that many of you may also have a “book inside” and you’re wondering how to let...
by Arlene | May 22, 2013 | Marriage, The Latest ...
This past weekend, I attended one of the most beautiful celebrations of love that I have ever been to. My friends Sam and Maria Keckler, who are featured in my book 31 Days to a Happy Husband, celebrated 25 years of marriage in a very grand and God glorifying...
by Arlene | May 13, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Each year my kids grow older (3, 6 and 8), the Mother’s Day celebrations keep getting better and better it seems. I can’t think of anything to top the essay my oldest Ethan wrote about “Why My Mother Deserves the Prize for Mother of the Year.”...
by Arlene | May 9, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
This morning, my son Ethan asked James with great sincerity, “Do you like being a dad?” James belted out, “I LOVE BEING A DAD!” I love that brief interaction that means so much. When we as parents love what we do, we pass that positive...
by Arlene | May 1, 2013 | Health, The Latest ...
Stressed out this week? Feeling like you need a break, a maid, a chaffeur, or a twin to get all your stuff done? Dealing with stress is a reality for most of us. Take a deep breath. Forget stress for a moment and check out this drawing by my second cousin who is a...
by Arlene | Apr 25, 2013 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast or listen to it now: [iframe src=”http://html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/2298403/height/100/width/480/thumbnail/yes” height=”100″ width=”480″ scrolling=”no”] When your husband walks...
by Arlene | Apr 22, 2013 | Books I Like, Giveaways, Marriage, The Latest ...
April 21-27 is National Infertility Awareness Week. I am familiar with infertility because we had trouble conceiving our first child. I never thought I would have trouble getting pregnant, but there we were attending a fertility workshop a little more than 10 years...
by Arlene | Apr 15, 2013 | Quotes, The Latest ...
James has a book on the shelf by the inspirational speaker Charlie “Tremendous” Jones. Charlie went to heaven in 2008 after a tremendous life of service! I picked up his book Humor is Tremendous today and was so encouraged by reading through and laughing...
by Arlene | Apr 8, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
I recently read a fantastic blog post by Tim Elmore titled, Three Huge Mistakes We Make Leading Kids…and How to Correct Them. It’s been tweeted more than 5400 times and has over 600 comments. I’d say Elmore has hit a nerve! I think his post is...
by Arlene | Apr 4, 2013 | Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
How would you like to become a better mom? Get a plan for your finances? Feel closer to your spouse? See positive results in your parenting? Get ready to be motivated and equipped because my amazing friend Hannah Keeley has put together a Mom Mastery Summit that you...
by Arlene | Apr 1, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Here are some of my favorite Easter photos from this weekend. Lucy is all about the Easter bunny. She loves, loves, loves that bunny! I tell her that the Easter bunny represents new life and there’s new life in Christ. My favorite photo is Lucy dressed up as...
by Arlene | Mar 28, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
As you think about the events of Easter, perhaps you consider happenings such as the Last Supper, Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, Judas’ betrayal, and Christ’s death and resurrection. And rightfully so! But if you turn, not in the Gospels, but to the...
by Arlene | Mar 25, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
If your children are being raised in Sunday school, it’s possible that they hear the word Easter and think, I already know about that. In fact to be completely honest, that’s true of us adults too. Why not make some Easter moments for kids that will come alive this...
by Arlene | Mar 22, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Your kids are home for spring break. Now what are you going to do with them? My kids have two weeks off for spring break. In the past, we have taken road trips or had visiting relatives. These things are exciting. This year, there are no travel plans. No incoming...
by Arlene | Mar 14, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
There are countless articles about how to get your kids out the door in the morning. And for good reason! Lots of us struggle with this on a regular basis. My kids are in 3rd grade and 1st grade. My firstborn is a rules-keeping, structure loving, firstborn...
by Arlene | Mar 7, 2013 | Parenting, The Latest ...
You want to have meaningful conversations with your family. But sometimes you just don’t know how to get the ball rolling. When you’re sitting at your next meal, try asking a few intentional questions. You don’t want to “over-program”...
