by Arlene | Apr 11, 2017 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Would a screen-free Easter weekend be a big sacrifice for you and your family? Recently in my Moms in Prayer group, one of the moms shared that her kids had given up screen time for Lent. Wow, I was impressed by that! The kids came up with it themselves; it was not...
by Arlene | Apr 4, 2017 | Parenting, The Latest ...
These photos were just taken four years ago…and what a difference just a few years make! My son Ethan is in junior high now, and would be more likely to be inside the bunny costume than to be caught in a photo with the bunny. You know that time flies with your...
by Arlene | Mar 28, 2017 | Parenting, The Latest ...
When does spring break start for your family? For us…it’s now! Chances are, you’ll want a few spring break screen-free activities in mind for your kids. Here are a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing: Walk somewhere. Is there a park...
by Arlene | Mar 6, 2017 | Parenting, The Latest ...
I know you’ve had a bad morning like this. The makings of our hectic morning were sown the night before. I had to wake Noelle up early to finish a big homework project about the Revolutionary War. She didn’t have time to do it the night before because we...
by Arlene | Feb 1, 2017 | Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
How frugal are you? As 2017 gets underway, it’s a good time to think about where you can save a dollar here and there. James and I are both frugal which makes our lives easier (and sometimes funnier). In California where we live, there’s a new law that...
by Arlene | Jan 10, 2017 | Parenting, The Latest ...
When the calendar turns to reveal a brand new year, it’s a grand time to create better habits for you and your family. If you’re overwhelmed and wondering where to begin, may I suggest the essential family habit for 2017: having meals together as a family...
by Arlene | Dec 27, 2016 | Health, Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
It’s time to think about those New Year Resolutions and goal setting… I have sat in the same room with some truly inspirational people like Neil Armstrong, Zig Ziglar, Andy Andrews, and Jim Lovell to name a few. Of course I use the word room rather...
by Arlene | Dec 21, 2016 | Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
From my home to yours…merry Christmas! In our neighborhood, there is a house lit up like a fancy department store. There’s a huge Santa, Grinch, and Elf on the roof. There’s a snowman on the lawn. And a sleigh and reindeer. Across the street,...
by Arlene | Dec 13, 2016 | Giveaways, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. The winner is Joyce Boggs Sterling! Congrats! (Joyce, please send me your email address to [email protected]) *** Ready for some new music that you can feel good about sharing with your kids? I am so excited to introduce you to...
by Arlene | Dec 12, 2016 | Giveaways, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is closed. Congratulations to Christine M!*** Was Jesus actually born on December 25th? Are Christmas trees pagan in origin? Why did the author of “O Holy Night” try to stop his song from spreading? My friend author Angie...
by Arlene | Dec 5, 2016 | Parenting, Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast on iTunes or listen here: Our Christmas to-do lists can be filled up with things like: Shop for family Take Christmas photo Pick up appetizer for Christmas party But if we’re not intentional, we can forget the most important elements...
by Arlene | Nov 29, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Is it possible to practice thanksgiving everyday with your kids – not just on November 24? I’m happy to say the answer is YES! Why is gratitude so important anyway? Over and over in the Old Testament, we read about the ingratitude of the people of Israel...
by Arlene | Nov 22, 2016 | Giveaways, Marriage, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations Naomi!*** Not just one giveaway (Listen, Love, Repeat) but TWO giveaways this week of Thanksgiving! I’m happy to be giving away Joanne Miller’s beautiful book, Creating a Haven of Peace. Joanne is my podcast...
by Arlene | Nov 16, 2016 | Marriage, Parenting, Podcast, The Latest ...
Download the podcast on iTunes or listen here: Can you relate to any of these statements: Finances are flat and tempers are rising. My home feels chaotic, rarely peaceful. A haven of peace? How is that possible with all this NOISE! Author of Creating a Haven of...
by Arlene | Nov 8, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
On Election Day, I had the honor of being a radio guest for Dr. Bill Maier Live on Faith Radio. I am a big fan of family psychologist Dr. Bill Maier, and we are both big fans of conservative talk show host Dennis Prager. As you know, my son Ethan (12) is in middle...
by Arlene | Oct 25, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Here are some sobering statistics on the family in America: According to U.S. Census Bureau, out of about 12 million single parent families in 2015, more than 80% were headed by single mothers. Today 1 in 4 children under the age of 18 — a total of about 17.4 million...
by Arlene | Sep 27, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
This morning I spoke with my friend Dr. Bill Maier on Faith Radio. He brought up the violence in the news with the police-involved shootings, rioting, and gunman shooting people in malls. It’s overwhelming bad and fearful news – especially for children....
by Arlene | Sep 19, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Today in my devotion with Proverbs 31 Ministries, I write about Saul’s father and the worry he probably experienced as a parent. There are many worries that can fill our hearts as moms and dads. What if my child feels left out or made fun of? What if my child is...
by Arlene | Aug 29, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
This week I celebrate the birth of my firstborn. Ethan is now a 12 year old middle schooler! As he grows up, I know a challenge for many moms is to stay connected to their tween/teen son. When they are babies, connection comes easily. When they are toddlers and...
by Arlene | Aug 29, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Parenting is a tough job whether you have toddlers, teenagers or any age in-between. If you’ve snapped at your kids lately or been frustrated by their behavior, take a moment to review these five ways to become a more positive, purposeful parent now: #1: Make...
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by Arlene | Aug 22, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
****This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations April!**** Welcome friends from Proverbs 31. So glad you could stop by for a little more encouragement especially for moms! This amazing hair photo is my daughter Lucy when she was one. As you can see, she was having...
by Arlene | Aug 22, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
We are fully immersed in school in the Pellicane household. Being on a year-round schedule, we started on July 20 and are practically experts now at back to school! I must tell you a happy school story. At Noelle’s 5th grade orientation, I was so pleased when...
by Arlene | Aug 16, 2016 | Giveaways, Parenting, The Latest ...
***This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to our winner Heather!*** Authors Debbie Hitchcock and Nina Roesner are new friends and I’m so glad to introduce their new book With All Due Respect to you about parenting teens. I listened recently to...
by Arlene | Aug 1, 2016 | Parenting, The Latest ...
My Caucasian husband James loves to poke fun at me, his Asian wife. He says I’m powered by orange chicken (I’m up for that!). I did read a crazy Asia story that gives a solid reason to poke fun. There was a Taiwanese tourist who walked off a pier while...
