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Parenting It's Not Easy Being a Parent No matter how prepared you feel you are, being a parent is not easy. Providing for a child is a constant responsibility that can be stressful. But we feel this way because we love our children wholeheartedly and are determined to make their lives right. As parents, we have years of dealing with diapers, daycare costs, sick babies, meltdowns, teenage attitudes, not to mention judgment from others; and some of us have to go through this with multiple children! I’ll be the first to admit that I feel ashamed and embarrassed when I feel like I can't handle my kids, and it's taken me years and a kid or two to realize that it’s okay. Kids are kids. They are not born with manners, and they certainly can’t read minds. Children are supposed to be silly and loud, have meltdowns, and ask a million questions. But by no means does that make it any easier as parents. Another thing I learned is that I am not alone, and it’s okay to ask for h...

God Can Mend Your Union It’s no secret that being in a healthy relationship has positive benefits emotionally and mentally. We, as humans, have an inherent desire to connect with others. This can occur in romantic relationships, friendships, or familial relationships. Being in a good relationship can also have a keen effect on our physical well-being and put us in better health as well. These close connections can be long-lasting for both of you. People who are in a healthy relationship love, support, and encourage each other. They also make time for each other, respect and trust one another, communicate, and engage in healthy activities together. A few benefits that a supportive and loving relationship can add to your life and the life of others. Some benefits can be reduced stress, help you become a better person, establish healthier behaviors, help you live longer, and give you a sense of purpose. It’s only natural for us to want to feel needed and be a part of something. De...

Love In Action Giving a loved one a greeting card on Valentine’s Day is nothing unique. Millions of cards are sold during this holiday, and the sale of cards, chocolate, and flowers goes through the roof. While thousands of couples spend the day giving flowers, chocolates, cards, having romantic dinner, and passionate intimacy, there are other ways to express love. Traditionally, Valintine’s Day is meant for those in love or who has a crush on another. But this day doesn’t have to be about expressing love to those you are in love with. Or celebrate it with the typical candy and flowers either. Valintine’s Day can be a day to show love through action. You can show others you care for them by extending a helping hand. With another Valentine’s Day gone, here are a few undercover ways you can express love to others you care about, even to those you don’t know all year round. Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:18 . A sim...