by Amanda Trumpower | Feb 5, 2022
Have you ever tried to will your way into having more patience? Do you feel like if you just tried harder, you could be more loving? We treat the Fruits of the Spirit like a checklist or a recipe for good behavior. But Christie Thomas, experienced children’s...
by Amanda Trumpower | Dec 15, 2021 | Collar Cases, Guest Blogging, Media Appearances, My Books, Writing
I recently had the privilege of talking with Xuan Klevecka of the Homeschool Front about my family’s experiences as a second-generation homeschool household. You can find the interview here. I love the work Xuan is doing to share our stories as a homeschool...
by Amanda Trumpower | Dec 5, 2021 | Faith Reflections, Family, Twin Mom
Like many parents of toddlers, I’m at my wit’s end. My twins turn 3 in just a few weeks. We are delighted with their growing relational skills, desire to play with others, and increasing awareness of life around them. But I’d be lying if I said there...
by Amanda Trumpower | Nov 10, 2021 | Twin Mom
I’ve never watched that Discovery channel show Dirty Jobs, but today, I would have been a contestant. (Warning: If you can’t handle discussions about poo, this is your chance to click away.) Justine has struggled with constipation from Day 1, bless her...
by Amanda Trumpower | Oct 29, 2021 | Twin Mom
The Game Every morning after breakfast, my children play the same game over and over again. They love this game. They will run and giggle and carry on for nearly an hour. Me, I’m not a huge fan. Why? Because the game is filling their toy shopping carts to the...
