This seems like a timely topic in light of the fact that it has actually been brought up in the news lately, thanks to politics.  It is sad but true that though it is promoted, it is often not given much respect, nor much positive attention. Nevertheless, I believe it is something we as moms should still encourage and promote amongst our daughters. Abstinence is quite simply saving oneself sexually for marriage.  Sexual purity is not something you can ever {Read More}

Last night my husband and I were watching one of the many shows that have been made about a fascinating, very large family America has learned quite a bit about via televison, the Duggars.  This family of 17 children from Arkansas is absolutely fascinating to me.  Their latest news besides child number 18 is that their oldest son is getting married.  Last night’s show, whose title has slipped my mind, was all about their oldest son, Josh proposing to Anna.  {Read More}

Do you use the everyday things in your life to teach your daughter?  You can.  You can use the everyday things such as folding clothes, cooking dinner, sweeping the floor to teach your daughter important life lessons.  Lessons such as taking pride in yourself and your home, taking responsibility for the things that you are given, showing your loved ones that you care by making a meal for them. There are many lessons that can be learned through everyday actions {Read More}

Is it hard for you to say those three little words, “I Love You”?  Many parents struggle with telling their children this enough.  I really can’t imagine not being able to voice those words but for some people it isn’t as easy as others. I believe it is important to tell your children I love you and to tell them often.  Love is such an important need for us as humans.  You can also show your love as well.  Body {Read More}

Do you as a mom encourage your daughter to dream big dreams?  Both my mom and my dad always encouraged me to dream big dreams.  I believe that encouragement has made me a more confident individual.  I believe it has allowed me to achieve more in this life than I would have without their encouragement.  You see, I was a shy child, often hiding behind my mom or dragging back to avoid being seen.  I never wanted to be the {Read More}

When I was a teenager one of  the worst things I ever did was lie to my parents.  I think lying is probably pretty prevalent among teens.  Of course when they are lying they don’t see it as a big deal. A tiny white lie won’t hurt anyone right?  WRONG. As moms, we need to establish with our daughters that honesty is ALWAYS the best policy, even when they know or they think that they will get into trouble.  After {Read More}