by Susan Gregory | Sep 6, 2017 | Life, Motherhood
“Four on the floor.” As a first-grade teacher, I reminded students hundreds of times, maybe thousands. Why? Safety, of course. As parents and teachers we understand the dangers involved just as drivers know to keep four tires on the road. And when we are stressed, we...
by Susan Gregory | Aug 24, 2017 | Life, Motherhood
First child. First day of kindergarten. Surely he’d look back and wave or drag his feet or refuse to release my hand and beg me to stay. Nope. Before inviting us to leave, the teacher gave each parent an apple shaped nametag that read: “Be nice to me. My child...
by Susan Gregory | Aug 3, 2017 | Life, Motherhood
When Tyler and Libby were preschoolers, I worked in youth ministry. Two youth were more respectful and responsible than any of their peers. They were self-assured without being cocky and capable. Give them a task and it was completed with excellence – on time. Add in...
by Susan Gregory | Jun 20, 2017 | Bible, Life, Motherhood
In one minute everything can change. Old assumptions can be shaken and new priorities emerge. Relationships merge or fracture, perceptions shift. You’ve experienced those changes. A letter, a diagnosis, an award, an insight—all have earthquake potential. What did you...
by Susan Gregory | May 17, 2017 | News
Looking forward to May 27th in Lynchburg, VA. Please join me for brunch at this speaking & book signing event at 10:00. Liberty Univ. LaHaye Ice Center 1971 Univ. Blvd