Of all the jobs in the world, parenting must be one of the toughest, most challenging, and most confronting things we can do. Children are hard to understand, and sometimes they feel impossible to control. We regularly feel overwhelmed and incapable of getting it right – especially on those bad days. Continue reading “7 Steps to Stressing Less in Parenting”
Talking Rubbish Isn’t Enough – Time For Action
By: Anne Rinaudo
Recently Australia’s environment ministers met to literally talk rubbish. Yes, really. It would be funny if the situation were not so dire. Continue reading “Talking Rubbish Isn’t Enough – Time For Action”
12 Questions to Help You Find a New Dream
By: Sheridan Voysey
I never set out to talk about dreams this much. But ever since the release of Resurrection Year – a memoir about starting again after a broken dream – I’ve found myself answering lots of questions about them. Continue reading “12 Questions to Help You Find a New Dream”
Latest Online Kid’s Game Roblox Creates Concern For Parents
By: Katrina Roe
If you have a kid who’s into online games, it can be tough to stay across what they’re up to. Just when you’ve got your head around the latest cool thing, they’re on to something else. Continue reading “Latest Online Kid’s Game Roblox Creates Concern For Parents”
Making the Most of a Midlife Crisis
By: Rachel Doherty
A midlife crisis sounds like a rite of passage, about the time we face the emptying nest and menopause. But there are points in life when circumstances force us to look deeper at what we do with our time, energy and money. And rather than having a crisis, it might be time to pivot. Continue reading “Making the Most of a Midlife Crisis”
3 Lies I Believed About Being a Christian
By: Sabrina Peters
I’ve been a Christian since I can remember, but I didn’t always understand what that truly meant. I actually thought being a Christian was more about me than it was about Christ. Sounds a bit silly but honestly a lot of people do. Continue reading “3 Lies I Believed About Being a Christian”
Chicken & Vegetable Pie
By: Susan Joy
Pie anyone?? On a cold winters day there’s nothing more satisfying than a warm comforting meal and this pie certainly fits the bill. Continue reading “Chicken & Vegetable Pie”
It’s Time to Stop Smacking
Smacking does for your relationship with your child what hitting your spouse/partner might do for your marriage.
There. I’ve said it. Continue reading “It’s Time to Stop Smacking”
Jesus as a Blueprint for Thriving Relationships
When we take an honest look at the life of our Lord Jesus, what do we see? Do we see a detached, impersonal Messiah who opposed being seen with sinners and tax collectors? Continue reading “Jesus as a Blueprint for Thriving Relationships”
13 Reasons Why Not
By: Danny Huerta
It’s not just teens that are talking about the Netflix series “13 Reasons Why.” Parents are also curious about the story of Hannah Baker and her descent into suicide. “What message does this show send to kids?” some have asked. “Does it really glorify suicide? Continue reading “13 Reasons Why Not”