When I was a teenager, an “identity crisis” was very different from what it is today. Now, it’s more than figuring out if you want to be a nerd or a jock. Or if you’re angsty or perky. Not that any of those are identity, anyway. A lot of things have complicated this issue, but I’d put social media at… View Post
See Woman A? Her quiet time is on point. She’s awake (very awake), she’s perky, accessorized, and ready for her quiet time thanks to a Golden Corral-level breakfast spread. You go, girl! Or how about Woman B? She’s nailing it, too. What with the perfect amount of sun and cool temperature, not to mention the Tuscan landscape rolling behind… View Post
How about setting up a simple space for your child to meet with God? Kids learn quickly to do certain things in certain places. For example, they know what to do at the dinner table, at the park, in a rocking chair, in their bed, at their desk, and so on. Even if you double up, for example eating and… View Post
Being your child’s spiritual sensei in the Christian life can be daunting. There are days when you’re sharp, and others (more often) when the feeling that you’re a hack overtakes you. But here’s a nugget of good news–Sometimes, you can see tough days barreling toward you. When there’s something major in the news, like Hurricane Harvey right now, it can… View Post
I’m debuting a new term here on the blog–”Rabbi Mom.” As your child’s primary spiritual teacher, you’re always in teaching mode. Remember Deuteronomy 6? It commands parents to teach their kids about God when they get up in the morning and go to bed at night, and when they’re at home or out doing life in the world. (And by… View Post