Giving the Basics
How many times have you watched as a toddler waddled right past the brightly colored, singing, spinning and jumping circus in order to grab
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Blessed With Discomfort
“…the man who sighs after God, who is uneasy till he is made like Christ, that is the blessed man.” -Charles Spurgeon I was reading
Captured Moments
Have you ever been so deeply immersed and connected to somthing that you totally miss the opportunity to fully enjoy what is actually happening while it is happening? It’s
A Godly Solution For That Cute Paper “Thief!”
With a house full of girls there are not many things I can guarantee. I never know which lost shoe will cause the most tears.
Some Things Are Worth Pouting For, NOT!
For weeks my daughter plead her case to host a “non-birthday” sleepover with one of her “besties.” She went from asking weekly, to daily and
The One Thing I Can Do…
Have you ever met one of those unbelievably cheerful, dedicated, patient mothers that never seems fazed by life’s demands? Dirty dishes, laundry, dinner, diapers, homework….
Where are you going?
Have you ever had a dream that was so vivid and so real that it literally caused you to sit straight up in your bed,
Praying For Our Girls
I am not sure why, but it seems that I have some of my most profound thoughts as I lie in bed desperately trying to
3 Goals to Help Your Family Focus This Fall
By Jonathan Pitts Whether your children are starting back to school in mid August or post Labor Day, you have crossed the mid summer hump,
Be Transparent
By Jonathan Pitts I woke up early Sunday morning, as I often do, prior to any of my other family members. I wasn’t feeling especially
Memories-3 steps to creating great ones with your kids!
If you are friends with us on Facebook you may have seen some of my recent posts about our visitors this week! My brother,
From Missionaries in Guatemala to movie stars in Hollywood-Little girls do big things!
Wanting to “grow up” seems to be one of the most profound memories of my childhood! Don’t you remember the anticipation of turning “double digits,”
Daddy, don’t doubt yourself! We can do it!
“And a little child will lead them…..” Isaiah 11:6 The day started with much excitement, and nothing could curtail my enthusiasm or optimism. You see,
Raising God’s Girls In Hollywood
Do you recognize these adorable little faces? You may have seen them in films like Footloose and We Bought a Zoo. What you may not
Juicy Fruit
Instilled in my mind and in my actions are the desire and the will to teach my family the things of God. There is
A Christ-Like Heart All Year Long
If you are anything like me, there is no trace of “The Holiday Season” left to be found in your home. By now, even your
LEGO Friends- Are we missing the point?
Do you see anything wrong with this picture? If you are unfamiliar, it is a photo of the new LEGO’s “girlified” building set. Unlike the
A Dad’s Choice
I’m pushing my grocery cart through the Walmart parking lot, struggling to keep it moving in a straight line. Initially I’m annoyed. I’m thinking I
3 Tips to Strengthen Your Daughter’s Ability to Standout
The other day my four-year old, Kaity, randomly came to me and asked that I take her earrings out. When I asked her why, she responded
Create a Thankful Calender
Crafty is not a word I would use to describe myself. I can get a little creative when sitting in front of a computer screen
Someone Else’s Girl-more with Dannah Gresh
A few years ago, I posted a blog about being intentional in life. The general premise of that post was that not many things in
What’s in Your Cupboard?
Do you have a favorite coffee mug? Ok maybe you’re not a coffee drinker. How about a favorite tea mug? Water bottle? Well, I have
I Said Yes
How did “For Girls Like You” Start? Well, I’m glad you asked! In short, “I said Yes!” In March 2011 I ordered a subscription of
With Dannah Gresh Part 2: I’ll Take Weird!
Last week, on Facebook, I posted a You Tube video of eight-year-old Sophia Grace and her five-year-old cousin performing “Super Bass” by rapper Nicki Minaj.
Act Like A Child
Yesterday morning, just like many other mornings, Alena bounced into my bedroom fully dressed and ready for school. As she watched me drag myself out
With Dannah Gresh Part 1: What is SHE Ready For Today?
Picture this… I am sitting at my dining room table facing my laptop. On my left side is my husband’s Mac with a screen of
Letter to Parents
Dear Moms and Dads, As Christian parents, we have a difficult job. On one hand we need to be invested in our daughter’s interests and
