It’s okay to say no

Posted on January 16, 2020 - January 16, 2020 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Do you or your teen struggle with saying no? You do know, it’s okay to say no, right? A few teens I know struggle with the lie that they have to do more and to be more. In high school, it seems ... Read More

Some items make Christmas special

Posted on December 24, 2019 - December 24, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Here we are at the end of another year, embracing Christmas 2019. Today, I thought I’d share some Christmas memories with lots of pictures. The best way to celebrate Christmas is to love each ot... Read More

Attention world: normal is not defective

Posted on December 19, 2019 - December 19, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

I listened to a two-part Focus on the Family broadcast called “Better Ways to Communicate with Your Children” with Michael Anderson and Dr. Timothy Johanson on November 18. This quote struck me: �... Read More

Police are allies, not enemies

Posted on December 12, 2019 - December 12, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

I find it troubling that so many people distrust law enforcement these days. I heard a teen say she was ashamed of her dad because he is a police officer. Around that time, I heard that a guy wouldn�... Read More

Christmas book prepares hearts for holiday

Posted on December 5, 2019 - December 5, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

I want to share about a Christmas book today. The Women of Christmas by Liz Curtis Higgs is the perfect book to read prior to Christmas. If you get a copy now, I think it will bless your celebration. ... Read More

Thanksgiving food prep teaches lifelong lessons

Posted on November 27, 2019 - November 27, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Since we celebrate Thanksgiving tomorrow, many of us will spend today baking pies, prepping food, and cleaning for company. Maybe as you gather with your family and friends tomorrow sharing tales from... Read More

Veterans share stories (Part 3)

Posted on November 21, 2019 - November 21, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

This is the third and final part of my series honoring veterans for this month. I hope the stories these veterans shared of their lives blessed you. Kurt Winkler Kurt Winkler, whose father, brother an... Read More

Veterans share stories (Part 2)

Posted on November 14, 2019 - November 14, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

This is Part 2 of my tribute to veterans. I learn so much when veterans share stories. This week, I am sharing the stories of two more people: Diana Dougherty and Ken Joyce. Diana Dougherty My friend,... Read More

Veterans share stories (Part 1)

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

I asked several of my friends who served in our Armed Forces to share about their experiences. I understand going into depth is hard, especially for those who served in battle and lost friends. While ... Read More

Happy Reformation Day!

Posted on October 31, 2019 - October 31, 2019 by Michelle Kaderly Welsh

Today, October 31, 2019, is the 502nd anniversary of when Martin Luther posted his “Ninety-five Theses” on the door of Castle Church* in Wittenberg, Germany. Little did he know that on October 31,... Read More