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The Summer of Letting Go

This fall my 18 year-old son, my first-born, my newly minted young adult, will be leaving home to start university.  I have never been an overly protective mother.  Over the years, he has often left home, even for extended times.  At 8 years old, he spent a week with members of our extended family whom he barely knew. After that there were... >Full Story

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The Root of Conflict

Can we pray for you today? “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need” (Hebrews 4:16) If I asked you to identify any conflict in your life that is concerning you today, who or what jumps to your mind? There is... >Read More



Teaching Kids to Share the Plenty

As you celebrate your blessings during family gatherings why not use the holiday to teach your kids about sharing with others? Here are some tips for helping your family live generously. Breaking down financial barriers to be free to live generously   1. Live within your means Save up for purchases and pay cash rather than buying...... >Read More



7 Facebook Essentials for Kids

#1 Parents must have the password The password is the key to unlock the door for full access into your child’s Facebook profile. It must be shared with the parents and only with the parents! This is essential for accountability and building trust in the relationship as it allows parents to spot check the News Feed and Inbox from time... >Read More



Education – A vital gift

The most valuable things we offer our children cost nothing. But there are many other things we give them that cost money.  The most expensive is often the opportunity for them to attend college or university. Without financial assistance, our children may have to forego post-secondary education or graduate with loads of student debts.  We want...... >Read More



The Greatest Mother on Earth

Do you feel you have to be perfect? Discover how you can be yourself Hanging on the wall of our guest bath is a framed, handmade Mother’s Day card, a simple watercolor painting of a purple flower (perhaps a pansy?) with pale green stem and surrounding splashes of orange. Who knew this budding artist’s work in oils and charcoal would... >Read More



Raise a Money-smart Kid

Take a moment to think about your financial habits – good and bad. Do they mirror things your parents did? Was your father a diligent saver who was certain to be ready for that “rainy day”? Or did your family value new things, even if it meant going into debt? Understanding the origin of your financial habits and values... >Read More



Someone's Walking In Your Footsteps

Is your world coming to an end? Can we pray for you? My daughter Lori and I were playing badminton.  "I'd like for you to pray about this problem I've been having, honey," I said. She dropped her racket and came to my side of the net.  Taking my hands in hers, she said, "Let's pray about it right now,... >Read More


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