by Jacque Sorenson | Jun 28, 2018 | General, Inspiration, Marriage, Mothering, Self-care ideas
Derives from the Latin hospes, meaning “host”, “guest”, or “stranger”. … hos·pi·tal·i·ty; noun the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors,or strangers. Synonyms: friendliness, hospitableness,...
by Jacque Sorenson | Jun 19, 2018 | General, Inspiration, Marriage, Mothering
Do you live where lilacs grow? These beauties came from my yard and my dad’s yard. They only last for a short time and they are beautiful and smell heavenly! Like these flowers and so many important things in life, the beautiful moments must be seized before...
by Jacque Sorenson | Jun 18, 2018 | General, Inspiration, Marriage, Mothering
Who is in charge at your house? That seems like a quirky question I know, but really, who calls the shots? I’ve been reminded several times in the last few days that a parent’s role is so critical that it can’t be part of a popularity contest! Do we...
by Jacque Sorenson | Jun 16, 2018 | General, Inspiration, Mothering
Just a reminder on this summer day: Yes, you can (and should!) correct your children’s behavior. Remember the validation checklist though as you prepare to make yourself and your boundaries clear. Is what you need to say and how you will say it, kind? Gentle?...
by Jacque Sorenson | Jun 13, 2018 | General, Inspiration, Marriage, Mothering
It seems that at times, we don’t quite understand that we are ALL in a position of leadership. Who you are leading may change as you grow and mature and make commitments, but all of us are leading and influencing someone! In parenting, we want to help our...
by Jacque Sorenson | Jun 8, 2018 | General, Inspiration, Mothering, Self-care ideas
Nope, not in a tin can. The kind that comes to your inbox! A parable if you will… I’ve been amazed, as I’ve mentioned before, at the immoral sludge that lands in my spam folder. Who spends their lives writing or producing this stuff? Why? What is the...