Family Life
A Holy Advent: Hope, Peace, Joy and Love
A Holy Advent: Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:5 Every December, I find myself slowing down to notice the light. Candles flicker in windows, quiet moments stretch longer, and the rhythm of the season whispers something sacred — God is near. This…
Read MoreGrace for Alternative Learners: Creativity, Brain Science, and Hope
Grace for Alternative Learners: Creativity, Brain Science, and Hope When my daughter Audrey struggled to read, the world of learning seemed to close in around us. Every subject assumed literacy—math, history, science—all asked her to read before she could even begin. For a long time, I felt like I was pushing her uphill, always behind,…
Read MoreHow to Set Up a Creative Study Space Your Kids Will Love
When it comes to learning, the environment matters more than we often realize. A cluttered desk and harsh lighting can make study feel like a chore. But when you shape a space that sparks joy and curiosity, it becomes easier for kids (and parents!) to lean into the process of learning. Artists know this well—atmosphere…
Read MoreLearning Like an Artist: What We Can Learn from the Creative Process
When we think of “study,” many of us imagine a checklist of assignments to get through or facts to memorize. But what if study could feel more like art? What if the way artists engage the world—through wonder, persistence, and imagination—could actually reshape the way we learn? My daughter Alyssa has long been captivated by…
Read MoreThe Selfish Giant, Attachment, and the Landscape of the Soul
The Selfish Giant, Attachment, and the Landscape of the Soul When I read Oscar Wilde’s The Selfish Giant, I didn’t expect to find myself in the Giant. But there I was—his anger, his loneliness, his long winter felt strangely familiar. The Giant built walls to protect what was his, and I realized I’ve done the same…
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