I feel guilty that I allow the Internet to “babysit” my kids. How can I have meaningful, quality time with them this summer? The Internet has become an important part of modern day living. It provides a world of useful information that makes life easier. But, the Internet can be distracting and a source of all kinds of negative and harmful things! We can spend hours on the Internet with our gadget ...[Read More]
Internet As Babysitter
Preventing Summer Diseases
Summer time is here again. School classes have ended. It’s fun time for family and friends. Plans for a vacation are marked on the calendar. Beaches, island hopping and outdoor sports are tempting. Family members coming from abroad take advantage of this season to visit tourist spots, and enjoy bonding moments with relatives and friends. Summer is also when our islands abound in delicious fruit an ...[Read More]
Making Hard Decisions Well
The story of Belina Gaiwen as told to Kim Snider Belina Gaiwen was a pastor of a Kankanaey Church for 14 years; currently she is the treasurer for the South Cordillera District Assemblies of God. In this article, Belina shares how she has learned to make wise decisions when the stakes are high. After being married for 7 years, you decided to quit pastoring and devote full time to your family. Was ...[Read More]
What kids can learn from family TRIPS!
Be it with friends or family, travel time is something I always look forward to. I especially enjoyed it as a child. I remember how the clan would take the bus and go to the hot springs or enjoy the cool breeze in Baguio. On several occasions, we went to the beaches at the far end of Roxas Boulevard. These are the memories we cherish as a family even now. After all, these trips were bonding moment ...[Read More]
When Fathers Can’t Love
I grew up in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental without experiencing the love of a father. My father left my mother when I was very young. I was the eldest and we were very poor. I started to work to support my five siblings when I was only 8 years old. I engaged in different kinds of money-making schemes, both legal and illegal, so I was on the PNP’s wanted list for stealing. When I met the Lord at ...[Read More]
Maximizing Parenting
Summer break is a great opportunity for parents to get involved in their children’s lives hands-on. By this, I mean more than just taking your children for a much needed family vacation out-of-town or out-of-country. Sure, kids today get to see the world more; but be careful that they do not just see the beautiful, scenic areas of the world and miss out seeing the real events that shape the world. ...[Read More]