The happiest and holiest children in the world are the children whose fathers succeed in winning both their tender affection and their reverential and loving fear. And they are the children who will come to understand most easily the mystery of the fatherhood of God. – John Piper One of the earliest conversations I recall having with Eric during our courtship’s infancy was about children. He wanted six and I wanted four; so, we settled on six. ~smile~ Those were the days when I thought life would go the way I expected, and it had not yet occurred to me that our future path might be different … [Read more...]
Investing in Family
“Heather, you love your family more than any white girl I’ve ever met.” – Friend and former coworker This is one of the greatest compliments which I have ever received. Yes, I do love my family and I believe keeping in touch with family is worth some financial and time investment. Before I left for college, I took tons of pictures and put together a photo album I affectionately referred to as my ‘cry book.’ The thought of leaving so many loved ones behind in North Carolina seemed gut-wrenching at the time. So much so that I could never have dreamed I would lose touch with so many of … [Read more...]
Adorning Your Home with Scripture
Have you ever considered covering your home in Scripture? My former boss said her house was literally built on the Word of God. Though I do remember exactly, I think she said there was Scripture written beneath her front door. ~smile~ Psalm 119:11 says, “I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” Filling your home with Scripture (through artwork, vinyl lettering, etc.) is another way to hide God’s word in your heart. Not only that, but it will bless your children and any guests you entertain. When the time comes to decorate your home, you can prayerfully … [Read more...]
Experience Kids! Time to Babysit Together!
Hard work and raising children – these are two experiences most married couples will have in their lifetimes. Even if your job is not particularly difficult, your marriage likely will be – at least, at times. I have yet to meet anyone who made it through life without some rough patches somewhere. So, in the spirit of preparing for marriage, we encourage you and your sweetie to work hard by babysitting together! Watching someone else’s kids is not the same as raising your own, but it does give you a taste of the responsibility. How does your sweetie interact with kids? How do you work … [Read more...]
Happy Anniversary, Granny and Granddaddy
April 26th, 1993, I was one heartbroken little girl. Mom and I came home from school to a ringing telephone. I heard my Mom say, “Oh no, your Dad?!” and I knew my sweet Granddaddy was gone. There was no warning. Nothing had prepared us. He was at church the day before, looking completely normal. He went to take a nap and then left this world forever. Up until that point, I had never encountered such loss. It was a lot to process at such a young age and I didn’t know how. So, I ran from room to room screaming, “No!” After my Dad came home from the hospital, we packed up and drove across … [Read more...]
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