Tag Archives: Family life

I don’t know about you, but it seems that many woman who were/are expecting are faced with many an uncomfortable comment about their pregnancy. For example, the day I told my fellow teachers I was expecting my first. One of … Continue reading →

I wonder how many stay-at-home mums out there feel they are missing out on ‘the race’? I know I sometimes do. Often I feel like the Kingdom is coming, but its not coming near me! Since my second child was … Continue reading →

Now, Greg and I had a little plan to start not not trying again when Lydia turned one. That would put the children almost two years apart. This time it would all be different. This time I would look “movie … Continue reading →

Ah, finding out your pregnant. What a joyous, beautiful, and picturesque experience. You surprise your husband with the news hair perfect, face made-up, wearing pearls and an apron. He embraces you and gives you a heel-popping kiss. Yeah, not so … Continue reading →

‘Be busy at home.’ That’s what my Bible says young wives and mothers should be. That phrase had always some-what bothered me.  To my perfectionist tendencies, it hinted at dawn-to-dusk ironing, washing, caring for children, husband, too-many guests, having cushions … Continue reading →

My son and I did not part on great terms this morning.  You know the scenario: he couldn’t find his socks, thus was late leaving the house despite my countdown warnings, became really angry, shouted at me, and then refused … Continue reading →

I was recently in a swimming pool with my nearly-3-year-old daughter, Scarlett, at a Christian conference. There were 2 other mums in the pool with their kids and they were all queuing to go down a small crocodile slide. The … Continue reading →

As a mom I am constantly aware that I model EVERYTHING to my children.  Some days it bites me in the butt, depending on what lovely phrases I hear come out of their mouths.  Other days I feel like I’m … Continue reading →

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 I don’t always find my particular personality fits very well with being a wife and … Continue reading →

I live in a desert.  It’s very apparent here that water is life.  Rain is infrequent, and I’m always amazed at the tiny weeds and wild flowers that spring to life after the slightest drizzle.  However, anything with any more … Continue reading →

I have been thinking about prayer lately. The prayer of a mother of young children – is this the prayer of faith? When I am tired and my children are ill and my husband is busy at work and I … Continue reading →

Last weekend I took my first trip away from my daughters. I went to see my best friend of 26 years. I was so excited to go, and I was way overdue for a break. However, I was so conflicted. … Continue reading →

Sitting in an internet cafe on my own, with the morning sun not yet strong enough to dispel the mist sitting on the distant hills. The sounds of the staff clattering in the kitchen are occasionally strong enough to break … Continue reading →

  I was musing on ‘The Shack’ by William P Young. It’s about a guy with a religious background who goes through some horrendous experiences.  The book describes his journey and portrays the idea that Christianity is all about relationship … Continue reading →

As a mother, one of my favourite bible verses is probably “Children, obey your parents” (Eph 6:1a)!  Doesn’t it feel amazing on those rare occasions when your children do exactly what you say, straight away, without complaining?!   I was … Continue reading →

My attitude to housework is changeable to say the least. This week I have had a bit of an amazing housewife week! It makes a huge difference to all our lives when I’ve taken myself in hand and applied myself … Continue reading →