Not too long ago I heard a quote that revolutionized the way that I think about change, "You can suffer the pain of change or suffer remaining the way you are.” Questions: Does the thought of change make you cringe? Do you wait until the New Year comes around to make a commitment to change? Do you fret over things that you can't change? Do you embrace the … [Read more...] about The New Year: Change or Remain
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Creating Christmas Games
Are you looking for something active and creative your kids can participate in during some of the upcoming colder winter days? Are you also interested in seeing how your kids view Christ as the focus of the Christmas season? Try out this create-a-game activity with your family! This activity can include all ages (in either idea-creating or playing) to work cooperatively … [Read more...] about Creating Christmas Games
10 Ways to Simplify Christmas & Speechless
It has begun: The fun, awesome, exciting Christmas season! It can also be the chaotic, noisy, overwhelming Christmas season for my kids with special needs. Lights and bells can easily overload the senses, even when the sensory seeker is the one turning them on. And off. And on. And off. And ON. Christmas shopping can be fun, or the crowds, noise, and all of the choices … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Simplify Christmas & Speechless
Thankful for the Challenges
Most of the time we forget that our daughter has some special challenges. We simply view her as who she is, rx a valuable member of our family. Other times it is painfully obvious that she is not like most typical five-year-old girls. Those are the times that almost catch me by surprise, and can take my breath away. Everyday trials take the biggest toll on us. Simple … [Read more...] about Thankful for the Challenges
Giving Thanks with Fitness
Cultivating a grateful heart supports a grace-filled life. We are surrounded by numerous blessings worth praising God for, pilule even when we experience troubles. To encourage thankfulness, fitness activities can center on gratitude. Begin this activity with creating a “Thankful Tree” (see a picture of ours on the right). As a family, state specific health and fitness … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks with Fitness




