Category: Faith & Family

02
Jul
2020

How to Reduce Kids’ Prejudices

categories: Faith & Family

Parenting—this super complex process of teaching a small human how to live—is one of the most important things I’ll ever do. Then I think about all of y’all, training up your tykes in the way they should go, and the gravity of what we’re doing hits me. One thing of the many things I need to do as a parent is to prevent my kids from developing prejudices towards people who aren’t like them. No matter where you are with your own parenting, now’s the perfect place to start addressing

27
Jun
2020

How to Be the Cool Aunt or Uncle

categories: Faith & Family

My nieces and nephews are the cutest, y’all. I love putting a smile on their faces every chance I get. Admittedly, I also love it when they sing my praises. My own children wouldn’t necessarily describe me as hip. My nieces and nephews, on the other hand, tell a whole different story. Read this guide on how to be the cool aunt or uncle if you want the little ones in your life to think highly of you. Stay Trendy It’s important to keep up with trends when you’re trying to connect

23
May
2020

How to Take Care of Yourself While Going Through a Divorce

categories: Faith & Family

Going through a divorce is an incredibly painful experience. No one ever thinks that they’ll be separating from their spouse as they’re reciting their wedding vows. Yet, sometimes, breaking up is what’s best for everyone involved. As heartbreaking as the experience is, you must remember to focus on yourself during this time. Here are some useful tips on how to take care of yourself while going through a divorce. Reach Out for Support When people are suffering, they often think

16
May
2020

Tips for a Romantic Date Night at Home

categories: Faith & Family, House and Home

Date night used to be my favorite day of the week. After having been cooped up inside for the past month, however, these romantic evenings have become a distant memory. While my husband and I miss our weekly nights out on the town, we’ve found an equally romantic way to enjoy each other’s company during these strange and unprecedented times. Now, I know what y’all are probably thinking. After a month of spending every waking moment with my husband, wouldn’t I prefer to plan some alone

15
May
2020

How to Celebrate a Birthday Virtually

categories: Faith & Family

I can’t really think of anything this coronavirus pandemic doesn’t impact. As we all stay at home to fight this virus, our entire social lives upended. While others deal with far worse—job loss and family sickness—this social change is downright odd. Recently, a few friends had birthdays, and rather than making plans for an in-person celebration, I needed to get creative about celebrating from my computer. If you’re thinking about how to celebrate a birthday virtually as well, I hope