Have you ever had anyone tell you to give your children back to the Lord when you give birth? I don’t know if that is something that just black families do or if it’s a religious thing, but I gave my kids to the Lord when they were born. I really did not know what that meant. I just thought it was something like a christening without the water. I would learn many years later … [Read more...]
Parents: 4 Practical Guidelines for When Your Kids Grow Out of Your Nest
As your child grows into a young adult, things change. Your son is growing into manhood and he needs you to grow with him. Your daughter is becoming a woman and she needs you to acknowledge it. I tell you this can be easier said than done. It will take effort on your part. I remember when my son was ready to catch public transportation in the Washington DC metropolitan area … [Read more...]