A Note To Mom
Every stage and circumstance changes what it means to be a mother. Nine staff members have written these honest and vulnerable “Mother’s Day notes” below. We hope you find a note in this collection that encourages you – just where you are – this Mother’s Day. How can God possibly make good out of your […]
Sweet Corn
Immediately I felt inferior and intimidated, as I typically process and express things more from the left brain – reasoning, language, logic. But, I went ahead and grabbed the blank sheet of white paper and a few colored pencils and committed to giving it a try. Kensington staff was recently led through some teaching practices […]
Through The Eyes Of An Immigrant’s Son
I grew up in Metro Detroit unaware of many things. If you had asked me if I understood my identity or ethnicity, I would have answered, “yep, pretty much.” As I grew older, I realized how much I didn’t know (and still don’t) – that’s why I love the statement, “Leaders are Learners.” I am […]
Walking Like A Mother
This year Jaxon also said mama for the first time. And I think it’s safe to say I won’t be needing anything else for Mother’s Day this year (or ever)! Two years ago I wrote a blog to Jax, now almost-five-years-old, entitled A Letter To My First Born Son. And as I reflect on the past two years, […]
Forgiving This Father’s Day
“You need to deal with your relationship with your dad.”
A Tribute To An Ordinary Man
What would I like all fathers to know on Father’s Day? I have often challenged dads from stage to do better or to consider their shortcomings. That’s not what I want to do today. Today, I want to encourage and honor all fathers – including you. Fatherhood can be a role easy to feel discouraged […]
Kids, Don’t Fight With Each Other…Fight For Me.
Dear Andrew, Mitch, and Adelyn, Just don’t fight. One day a year. Don’t fight. You are familiar with my standing Mother’s Day request for the last 10 years. Save your money. Keep the flowers. Don’t give me chocolate. Be nice to each other. For 12 hours. For one day. My day. Mother’s Day. You guys […]