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Here’s what happens when we set an extra place at our table.
Tonight my family gathered for dinner. I was too worn out to fuss with dishes so we dealt paper plates around the table while little hands over-filled water cups. Silverware drawers slammed. Chaos,...
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How God used two little boys to reveal His great love – again
Last week I found myself driving to collect twin seven-year-old boys. I was excited about to see them but also apprehensive. Because this family has done a number on my heart. Three years ago the boys...
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One thing all mothers have in common
I envy friends who can drop their kids off at Grandma’s house for a weekend. Having lived away from family for my entire marriage and parenting years, I’ve never had the luxury. Add to that the fact...
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How to use your home as a weapon of kindness
My heart holds sweet memories of every child I’ve ever hosted. Tucking them into bed. Laughing with them at funny mishaps and hugging them tight when they were hurt. Watching each one develop...
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More to the story: tattered bears and a boy’s heart
I sit looking at two stuffed bears sitting side by side. Two bears well-loved by two boys who love each other. One is my son’s bear. For six years, this blue bear has been his constant companion. He...
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Don’t let home improvements kill your hospitality
My childhood home was no showcase. The walls were covered in brown wood paneling, the carpet was frayed berber and the hand-me-down furniture was shabby. But still, it always seemed like a great place...
View ArticleThe best hope to end trafficking
Each year, as part of the End It Movement, dozens of the leading anti-trafficking organizations band together to raise awareness, fundraise and speak out against human trafficking. Social media lights...
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Yes, hosting is hard on the kids.
I got the message while standing in the checkout line. We’d be hosting a nine-year old girl over spring break. I was excited to be welcoming a child into my home again and announced the news to my...
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This girl was a perfect stranger, and I was worried
For several years, I hosted the same boys over and over again. These kids counted my home as their second home and my family as their extended family. They were familiar with my quirky sense of humor...
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Are you believing this lie about hospitality?
Anyone who’d ever stayed at Bonnie’s raved about her gift for hospitality. As I set my bags down, I quickly understood why. The guest room pulled me in like a warm hug. The bed was piled with soft...
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