Arise Blog

Legacy of Faith

Managing Margin

As women we try to be super heroes. Our capes encircle our necks as we swoop in to rescue our families, especially our children. We exert so much

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Motherhood

For Such a Time as This

Have you ever been a bit fearful about the kind of world your children are growing up in? Have you ever felt inadequate in how to parent them

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Life Lessons

Mom License Revoked

A friend recently told me about how she used to tell her daughter “If I let you do that I will get my mom license revoked.” Moms, can

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Legacy of Faith

A Second Marriage Success

Today is my 30th anniversary to my second husband, Rich! Woo-hoo is right! Most people who know Rich would describe him as humble, quiet, a noble man of character,

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Life Lessons

More Than a Vacation

When my boys were three and nine years old, I read an article about the value of giving children experiences over material things. I was a single mom

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Building Character

Creating an Army

When my oldest son was twelve years old, I made the mistake of purchasing him a shirt without him being present. I thought it would look so great

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Building Character

Stick to Your Guns

Being a parent is difficult. Being a consistent parent is even more difficult. The struggle is real to remain consistent with rules, boundaries, and consequences. I found it

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