Come to the Table: Evergreens around a candle or mixed with pine cones make a beautiful centerpiece for a dining or coffee table and serve a daily reminder of God’s […]
“Are we there yet?”
Advent is the long-distance trip of holidays, the season of children repeatedly asking, “Are we there yet?!” It’s filled with great anticipation and excitement, but it can also be filled […]
Holidays can be a chore
Shortly after our oldest was born, a certain parenting magazine just started showing up in our mailbox. After about three months, I noticed that every issue plays into stereotypes that […]
Five ways to stay sane in the holiday hustle
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — and sometimes the most stressful. Many American families today have such busy schedules and limited bandwidth that the holiday season can […]
The (red and) green-eyed monster
As much as we teach our kids that Jesus is the true meaning of Christmas, there’s just no avoiding the emotions that come with stuff at the holidays. Talk about […]