Comments for Parenting from the Overflow

Comment on There’s Just No Guarantee by Carol

Carol — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 20:32:31 +0000

I have always been encouraged in my parenting by the Prodigal Son.
How encouraging it is to remember that the Father was waiting for the son and ran to him when he saw the first glimpse of his return. This is such a beautiful picture of our Heavenly Father’s love for us and for our children.
I have needed this grace on more than one occasion myself.
A few years ago I heard a sermon on this and the speaker made a point that I had never thought of——the father let the son go—–even though there would be inevitable mistakes made—–he let him go.
I have a tendency toward wanting to control and “help” my grown children make decisions, when I should be giving them the freedom that our Heavenly Father gives us. Even to make mistakes, and hopefully, then to learn, repent, and return.
As I try to do this, I am actually putting them on the altar, allowing God to do His work in their lives. I am realizing that I can make the most difference in their lives on my knees.

Comment on {Top Ten} Swede Home Alabama Updates by Teri Lynne Underwood

Teri Lynne Underwood — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:40:56 +0000

Yes … and we are having a great time.

Comment on {Top Ten} Swede Home Alabama Updates by Teri Lynne Underwood

Teri Lynne Underwood — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:40:38 +0000

I highly recommend hosting an exchange student. It’s been very good for our family in so many ways.

Comment on {Top Ten} Swede Home Alabama Updates by Caroline

Caroline — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:59:25 +0000

Such a cool experience you all and Johanna are experiencing – together!

Comment on {Top Ten} Swede Home Alabama Updates by Becky

Becky — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:47:49 +0000

Loved reading this! My kids are still pretty young, but the thought of exchange students is intriguing on so many levels. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

Comment on {Top Ten} Swede Home Alabama Updates by Teri Lynne Underwood

Teri Lynne Underwood — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 12:22:04 +0000

Well, be prepared … you might not like the super sweetness of the Krispy Kremes. LOL

I’ll add those questions to our list! They are great ones.

Enjoy your visit to Atlanta, it’s a great city!

Comment on {Top Ten} Swede Home Alabama Updates by janmary, N ireland

janmary, N ireland — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 08:27:33 +0000

Thanks for sharing your experiences of Student Exchange.

Great exoerience for you all – for your family, and for her.

A question for Johanna – what has she missed most about home? What has been her biggest unexpected surprise about living with you?

I am visit the south (Atlanta) for the first time in a couple of weeks, and will be trying my first ever Krispy Kremes – can’t wait

Comment on {Top Ten} Takeaways from .MOM Conference by Teri Lynne Underwood

Teri Lynne Underwood — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:27:36 +0000

Thanks, Cindy!!

Comment on {Top Ten} Takeaways from .MOM Conference by Cindy Bultema

Cindy Bultema — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 03:53:43 +0000

Thanks for the recommendation! I just received a flyer with next year’s dates from Lifeway in the mail. Good thing I added it to “my pile”. I’m going to check it out!
I appreciate all of your recaps!
Sweet blessings to you
Cindy

Comment on {Top Ten} Takeaways from .MOM Conference by Caroline

Caroline — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:48:55 +0000

Wow, these are great, great words. I especially love to read to #5, 7, 8, and 10. I’m actually thankful for #5… I wonder sometimes if I am (or will be as my kids get older) *too* strict in some ways. And, yes, yes on looking at the heart. That can be difficult to remember in the middle of a situation, but so important. Thanks for sharing these quotes!