The walks and the ongoing discussions by C.S. Lewis and his friends were instrumental in making him the man that he was and that we honor today.  His thinking and his conversion were not developed in isolation but were cultivated in the warmness of lively conversation. Part of the greatness of C.S. Lewis is found in the fact that he had friends to walk with.

As we talk about relationships this month, you will enjoy reading Someone to Walk With: Meditations on Friendship.

Some of my greatest joys in life stem from being a parent to two delightful children. However, some of my greatest struggles in life also stem from being a parent to these same two children. There are days that I cannot imagine anything more rewarding and other days that I want to get into the fetal position and remain there for a week. Here are a few reminders for me and all the other Christian parents out there:

Read more about your relationship with your children in Christian Parenting Reminders.

One of the significant advantages of having raised three children to adulthood is that I have made a lot of mistakes. What I thought at the time was excellent parenting has not proven to have been as flawless as I had imagined, as my continued relationship with my adult children has shown me.

Read more about parenting in A Crucial, Little Known Parenting Skill.

I was a wife willing to stay and keep my vow, no matter what. I desired a good thing—a godly marriage. Yet I failed when that desire became a demand I placed on my husband who chased the elusive mistress of alcohol. He was locked in the prison of addiction while I was held captive by my pain.

If you are waiting for your husband for whatever reason, first of all, your sorrow is legitimate. It is extremely hard. But none of your tears or prayers will be wasted. There is great value in your waiting, praying, hoping, and surrendering. God desires to work in your marriage, but it may begin with you.

Here are some truths to consider while you wait:

Many relationships are painful. Get some encouragement When Your Husband’s Heart is Hard.

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Do you have a Nook? Do you know that you can convert eBook PDF files into ePub files so you can read them on your Nook? Find out how HERE. 

Stephanie, at Keeper of the Home, wrote an EXCELLENT article this week called What on Earth Do You Do with 97 eBooks? It has loads of practical tips. I was impressed.

Wishing you God’s blessing this week end!