Posts in the "Intention" category:

When the Writing Stopped

by Jonelle Hughes on Apr 17, 2020

As I look through the pages of our Family Journal, I feel some grief over the lost time and the gaps between entries, but I have to put the lost months and time behind me and be okay with starting again, right where we are at.

Changed by Motherhood

by Tracy Scarborough on Mar 16, 2020

Growing up, I never thought that I had the confidence to be a teacher. Back in college, my biggest concern was getting good grades. I took what I thought was the easy way out and decided to work in an office. But then something happened. Motherhood changed me.

The Story You Tell Yourself Matters

by Valarie Schenk on Jan 20, 2020

My ride home was an uphill climb. On tough days, I decided I couldn’t do it. On good days, I knew I could do anything. Either way, I always got home, but my success was directly related to my expectations. Eventually, I learned my success was ultimately up to me.

Book Summary: Escaping the Endless Adolescence: How We Can Help our Teenagers Grow Up Before they Grow Old

by Sarah on Jan 10, 2020

What do teenagers really need in order to grow up to be responsible and happy adults? This book offers excellent food for thought.

My Journey from Full-Time Working Mom to Entrepreneur

by Nikki Gingrich on Dec 16, 2019

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to be passionate about my work. Waking up each day excited about work was my goal! But the moment my son was born, I knew I didn’t want to go back to my job.

Watching You

by Catherine Arveseth on Oct 18, 2019

It’s true. I’ve been watching you.

Not in the creepy, lock-your-doors kind of way.

But in the unspoken, wonder-and-admire kind of way.

The #1 Gift I Gave My Teenager, and It Was Free

by Damara Simmons on Sep 6, 2019

Attentive listening is arguably the supreme gift we can give children of any age, but especially our teenagers. And the big bonus is that it doesn’t cost a cent.

How I Realized I Don’t Hug Enough

by Rebecca Brown Wright on Aug 12, 2019

I never thought hugs would decrease as my kids get older, but it’s alarming to me how it just naturally happened. Making a conscious effort to include more snuggles and hugs in each day means I have to be aware of what I’m doing—or not doing.

What NOT to Regret

by Sarah on May 10, 2019

After I had three children, I needed to do some soul-searching. Out of necessity, I had grown a hobby into a business. I was still at home all week, but I would fit “work” into times when my husband was home. It was a lucrative business, and it seemed like my dream job until…