Author: Leslie Barksdale
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Toddler Thought Tuesday: When the Day Seems Too Hard
Sunday was one of those days of parenting. You know the ones I’m talking about – the days with one too many toddler meltdowns, a fight to get out the door, an unusually fussy baby, and a grocery store trip that’s way more difficult than it should be. Pair that with a few potty training… Read more
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A Year With the Church: Living in the Story of God
During 2024, our family will be intentionally celebrating the seasons of the church calendar. We are doing this as part of our work to become more self-disciplined. Having set rhythms helps us to structure our lives in a way that is helpful to all members of our family and that sets us on a path… Read more
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Toddler Thought Tuesday: A Year in Review
Well friends, I have officially made it through my first year being a toddler mama. I feel there should be some sort of badge (a colorful one, with confetti and party hats) for making it this far. There should probably also be some sort of banner that says “Keep Going, Mama. The work has just… Read more
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Musings from Mama’s Birdhouse: A Beginning
Musings. My jumbled thoughts gathered into an orderly space. The wheels in my head are always turning. What truth is found in this ordinary day of motherhood? Am I training my toddler well? How can I teach my children the good news of Jesus in our everyday routines? Is dinner started, the laundry done, the… Read more