Let’s be honest—most “kids menus” at restaurants are a recipe for a lifetime of obesity and diabetes. Chicken nuggets, fried everything, mac and cheese with zero nutritional value, fries on repeat, and maybe (if you’re lucky) a side of applesauce drowning in sugar. Vegetables? Nowhere in sight. And don’t even get me started on the… Continue reading Don’t Let Kids Eat Off the “Kids Menu”
Author: Lindsey
Scot Anderson & Soft Parenting: Why Gentle Isn’t Enough
Parenting is full of buzzwords these days—gentle parenting, soft parenting, free-range parenting. Each promises a better way, but not all deliver what they claim. One voice I’ve come to trust on this subject is Scot Anderson, lead pastor at Living Word Bible Church and creator of the Train Up A Parent program. I haven’t personally… Continue reading Scot Anderson & Soft Parenting: Why Gentle Isn’t Enough
Walking Our Children Through Grief, While Honoring the Life of Charlie Kirk
This week has brought a heartbreak that feels impossible to put into words. The loss of Charlie Kirk has shaken me deeply. The news was inescapable—so much so that Lucy heard about it and asked questions. I took a deep breath, steadying myself as tears streamed down my face, and explained in the simplest way… Continue reading Walking Our Children Through Grief, While Honoring the Life of Charlie Kirk
Giggles on Two Wheels 🚲✨
Yesterday, September 9, 2025, marks a huge milestone for our girl—Lucy learned to really ride her bike! No more training wheels, just two wheels, balance, and a whole lot of giggles. Truth be told, she probably could’ve done it sooner, but this summer’s brutal heat kept us from spending much time outside practicing. Still, God’s… Continue reading Giggles on Two Wheels 🚲✨
Teaching Kids Bold but Balanced Faith
One of the sweetest parts of parenting is watching your children grow in their faith—not just in head knowledge, but in how they actually talk to God and trust Him. Anderson taught me this early on through his bold prayers for Lucy, long before she was even here. He prayed with a confidence that moved… Continue reading Teaching Kids Bold but Balanced Faith
Stories That Shape Us: The Gift of Shared Storytelling
From the moment Lucy was born, stories have been part of her world. If I wasn’t holding a book in my hands, I was telling her stories of my own. Bedtime, breakfast, car rides—it didn’t matter where we were, there was always room for a story. That love for books has grown into something deeply… Continue reading Stories That Shape Us: The Gift of Shared Storytelling
Shining into Fourth Grade ✨
Today we’re celebrating a big milestone—Lucy has officially finished third grade academically and is beginning fourth grade! 📚💡 Her love of learning, her determination, and her curiosity have carried her here, and I couldn’t be more proud. Watching her snuggle into her books, ask thoughtful questions, and tackle challenges with a smile has been such… Continue reading Shining into Fourth Grade ✨
Lucy’s First Horse Lesson: Courage, Tears, and Triumph
Today was a milestone for Lucy—her very first horse lesson! 🐴✨ One of the reasons I wanted Lucy to start riding lessons is because she feels emotions in such a big, beautiful way. Something that might not seem like a big deal to others can weigh heavily on her heart. And sure enough, we saw… Continue reading Lucy’s First Horse Lesson: Courage, Tears, and Triumph
Little Hands, Big Heart
The other day while I was on the phone, I noticed Lucy crouched down, scrubbing the floor with such determination. Turns out, while I was vacuuming, a little piece of a purple colored pencil got caught and left a big streak across the floor. Without anyone telling her to, Lucy immediately got to work. She… Continue reading Little Hands, Big Heart
Trusting the Red Flags
Over the weekend, while my husband was checking us into a hotel, Lucy and I sat just a few feet away in the lounge area. Out of nowhere, a man approached. He walked straight up to me, looked me in the eyes, and said: “I am going to ask your daughter a question.” Not may… Continue reading Trusting the Red Flags