Thanksgiving Prep: For Memories
Not only should we prepare for people, but we should also prepare for memories. Why is this so important? Noel Piper, in her book Treasuring God in Our Traditions... Read More ›
Not only should we prepare for people, but we should also prepare for memories. Why is this so important? Noel Piper, in her book Treasuring God in Our Traditions... Read More ›
As we round the weekend corner and face Thanksgiving week, no doubt many preparations are underway for the big holiday meal. Here at girltalk, we want to draw from... Read More ›
For the first six months of Caly’s little life, she hated the car. Whether we were going five minutes down the street or on and extended road trip, she... Read More ›
On Monday, Kristin shared a quote about Elizabeth Prentiss’ faithful discipline of her children. Many of you are probably familiar with her classic book, Stepping Heavenward or maybe her... Read More ›
If you are a member of a Sovereign Grace Ministries church, on a recent Sunday you enjoyed a viewing of the annual Mission Presentation. And if you’re like me,... Read More ›
The entire family descended on my parent’s house for dinner last night. This wasn’t just any dinner—this dinner had been on the calendar for over a year. That’s right,... Read More ›
In response to yesterday’s post on child discipline, one of our readers, Stephanie sent me the following email:I wanted to share a quote with you that a dear friend... Read More ›
This past week (in between caring for my poor husband who contracted a stomach virus) I’ve been intently focusing on the discipline of my three boys. It’s so easy... Read More ›
As mothers of three or more, Kristin and I can both confirm that the following is absolutely true! Thanks, Charlotte, for sending this our way. May your weekend be... Read More ›
For the better part of a year, sweet Caly has held her own with four crazy boy cousins. However, it would appear that a little friend is on the... Read More ›
I recently had a conversation with a woman who expressed regret over how she had parented her daughter. Mothers or not, we all have regrets. We are sinners, who,... Read More ›
All the girltalkers awoke this morning feeling extra tired and a little achy (Nicole especially!) from having walked many miles over the past two days for our annual shopping... Read More ›
Yesterday we learned that two mothers you met here and here on the girltalk blog lost their little ones. Both are trusting God in the midst of unspeakable sorrow.... Read More ›
It’s the girltalk highlight of the year—the shopping trip! We’ve even managed to extend it an extra day, so we have two whole days of shopping ahead of us.... Read More ›
The following Friday Funny is a look into the future for Kristin, Janelle and me…There were three sisters—ages 92, 94, 96 who lived together. One night, the 96-year-old drew... Read More ›
Hey girls, it’s popcorn time. Not the microwave kind! No, you have to go for the real stuff. Pop it in oil on the stove and drench it in... Read More ›
All my siblings will tell you this about our childhood: When the church doors were open, we were in attendance. Our dad made sure of it! And not surprisingly,... Read More ›
Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Matthew 6:34 It’s true. Each day comes... Read More ›
We want to say “thank you” for praying for us these past few weeks. This morning, we turned in the manuscript for our forthcoming book to our publisher. You... Read More ›
Several of you have kindly inquired about my pregnancy. I realized that I neglected to pass on my good news: morning sickness is a thing of the past! I... Read More ›