hope to build on
Welcome to my blog, “Hope to Build On!” These are short, encouraging articles, often on topics such as relationships, worry, and faith. If you like what you see, please sign up to receive “Hope to Build On” by email. Thanks for reading!
Dad What’s In Your Toolbox
Dad, it’s Father’s Day! On this special occasion (and year-around), you deserve to hear how important and great you are because you’re both—important and great. We wouldn’t be where we are today if it wasn’t [...]
Before and After Renovating Your Family Relationships
Before home renovations, your home looks like it always did—a little dated here, a little worn out there. After home renovations, your home looks like a magazine, feels like dream, and smells like a breath [...]
Tools That Will Improve Your Family Now and Forever
Tools make a difference in any job we do. Take laundry for example. I’m all for air drying clothes, but I got to tell you…I am grateful for my electric washer and dryer. And, my [...]
Summer Reading List: The DIY Family Book
Summer is a great time to read! By the pool. By the lake. At the beach. In a hammock. With an ice cold lemonade and your favorite sweet-n-salty snacks close by. Summer reading that’s right [...]
Build the Home Life You Are Dreaming Of
Building the home life you’re dreaming of as a parent is often easier said than done. You know you want your family to love one another and get along, and you know that you want [...]
Worst Parent of the Year Award
Ever feel like you’re the worst parent ever?! Me, too. And, for that matter, so do many of the other parents I know. So, you’re in good company! You and I aren’t really the worst [...]