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Amy Grant on Her Blended Family

Christian music star Amy Grant talks about her blended family and raising children with husband and country music star Vince Gill.

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The Spanking Debate

A pediatrician and father of 8 makes the case against spanking.

Life with Autism

A grandfather's letter to his autistic grandson helps them both.

Multifaith Prayers for Families

College-Bound Blessing

I have held you close. Now as you fly into
adulthood, bound to open books and discover
worlds, I release you. But not without one final
prayer: Prosper not only in your studies, but
prosper in knowing God more richly.

I will not be there to catch you when you fall. But
God will catch you when I can't.
Depend on Him and learn to trust Him.
You are not alone. Knowing this,
my empty nest will not seem so lonely.
My heart will soar as I watch you take wing.

- Linda Shepherd

Source: "Love's Little Recipes for Life"

TAGS: Children’S Milestones, Christian, Parenting

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