The second installment in a “series” of questions and answers clarifying what it means (and, perhaps, more accurately, what it does not mean) when I say I am raising a homemaker. . ——— . What about college, and higher education? .  . Although it is clearly stated here, in the interest of full disclosure, and to avoid any possible …
Raising a Homemaker – Q&A {part 1}
When I originally posted about my involvement with Raising Homemakers (here), I expected (and received) a few raised eyebrows and skeptical comments. . Then I actually wrote a post for the site. . And, I received several sweet and encouraging comments. (Thank you!)  But, I also received several e-mails.  These were full of questions. But, instead of critical skepticism, these seemed to …
Friday Favorites
Some recommended reading for the weekend: Matters of Tone, by my friend Jules, of Everyday Mommy – a good reminder that “that truth is [not] the trump card, that truth is [not] our free-pass to unrestrained, ungodly commentary.” A Kind and Painful Bruising, by C.J. Mahaney – “…criticism wounds the sin that has not been mortified.” And, for pastor’s wives: The Pastor’s …
“I do it myself.”
“Mommy? Can I make my breakfast today?” . Well…okay. Do you need help? . “No. I want to do it by myself.” . . You  know…it was cute when she went through the “I do it myself” phase when she was 2. . But, now? . …now, it makes me just a little bit sad to think about how quickly …
Today at Raising Homemakers…
When I originally posted about my involvement with Raising Homemakers (here), I expected more than a few raised eyebrows and skeptical comments.  And boy, did I receive them! . I know that some feel that raising a 5-year-old (or a daughter of any age) to be intent upon being a housewife when she grows up is somehow limiting her options, squelching …