Often people will ask my wife and me if we have children, and my answer is, “We have three dogs and no children.” Some married folks with multiple children will frequently respond, “I can’t imagine not having children.” The truth of the matter is that I feel I have many … [Read more...] about Imparting Hope
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Enjoy These Two Movies We’re Watching Now
Leave the World Behind (Netflix, December 8) In Leave the World Behind, Amanda and Clay (Julia Roberts and Ethan Hawke), attempt to escape to a luxurious weekend retreat with their children. However, the tranquil vacation takes a spine-chilling turn when another couple … [Read more...] about Enjoy These Two Movies We’re Watching Now
Bring Sunshine Into A Child’s Life By Fostering
In 1950, teacher, scholar, and Boy Scout executive Forest Witcraft penned an article for Scouting magazine. One quote remains popular – and powerful – to this day: “One hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind … [Read more...] about Bring Sunshine Into A Child’s Life By Fostering
An Artistic Christmas
Her eyes light up and her voice becomes animated when she begins to talk about her collection of 1,200 Christmas ornaments. And these aren’t run-of-the-mill Christmas ornaments. Once you realize that these are blown-glass antique ornaments, you will appreciate the fondness Lisa … [Read more...] about An Artistic Christmas
Bring On The Cozy With Texture And Moody Tones
Just as Mother Nature ushers in autumn with cooler weather and breathtaking displays of color, we can welcome the fall season into our home with these ideas from design experts, Shelby Sills and Katie Bryant of LL&A Interior Design. • Mixing texture, such as fur, velvet, … [Read more...] about Bring On The Cozy With Texture And Moody Tones