by Arlene | Jan 18, 2021 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: We’re talking about transformation this month and wow, today’s podcast guests are a LIVING EXAMPLE of transformation. Up to 20% military vets and first responders struggle with the...
by Arlene | Jan 11, 2021 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: Moms aren’t the only ones to get tired – dads get worn out too! Men can feel inadequate or unprepared to lead their families well – especially when it comes to spiritual...
by Arlene | Jan 4, 2021 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Or maybe a combination of both? Understanding yourself (and those you live with) can be a transforming event. For some during COVID, social distancing has...
by Arlene | Dec 31, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: Could you give up sugar for one month and survive? Like me, maybe you run to the pantry throughout the day for a sweet snack. Whether you eat out of boredom or as a reward, Wendy Speake is here...
by Arlene | Dec 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
A little tech note…this is my first webinar and I realized after I should have recorded it in speaker view. So sorry about that! I will remember next time… Oh by the way – only a few more days to join the 25 Days of Christmas. From ideas to...
by Arlene | Dec 14, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: Is video gaming helping or hurting your child? You can listen to Part 1 of this conversation on the last Happy Home podcast to find out. Today we’re going to find out how Dr. Andrew Doan,...
by Arlene | Dec 10, 2020 | Parenting, The Latest ...
Not really motivated to make Christmas special? Worried about more screen time during the holiday break? Not sure if your kid will survive if he doesn’t get that new iPhone???? (He’ll survive by the way) Don’t worry…I’ve got you covered...
by Arlene | Dec 8, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
The Christmas holiday may not be shaping up as you wanted. You’ve been home for months…and with COVID rising…you’re thinking…we’re going to be home STILL??? “Home Alone” is taking on a whole new meaning this year! But...
by Arlene | Nov 30, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: Is video gaming helping or hurting your child? During the pandemic, video game playing has skyrocketed. Some parents have readily adapted to more gaming as a way for their kids to connect with...
by Arlene | Nov 17, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
How can you pass faith to your kids in this crazy digital environment? TikTok and Snap aren’t exactly helping you raise godly kids! This Happy Home chat is based on this week’s Happy Home podcast interview with Mark Matlock. You’ll learn one simple...
by Arlene | Nov 16, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Apple, Spotify, Access More or here: https://emfdl.noxsolutions.com/emf/media/109/episodes/MarkMatlockScreensDisciple_dah7.mp3 How can your children grow in faith in this TikTok, Instagram, video game culture? Negativity...
by Arlene | Nov 10, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
Here’s my true confession about my beloved bag of M&Ms and how I constantly am (secretly) visiting them in my kitchen. I think about them, find them, eat them…even though I know they are not healthy for me…I do not care! It’s like...
by Arlene | Nov 2, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Access More or here: Kids (and adults) are playing video games and using social media more than ever. So what if your kids are on their devices way too much? Are you exhausted and don’t know where to start with screen time...
by Arlene | Oct 27, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
Are you feeling refreshed? You’re probably not recharging by staring at screens, attending virtual meetings, and scrolling through social. Sometimes your screens have to power off in order for you to power up! On this week’s Happy Home video chat, I talk...
by Arlene | Oct 19, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Access More or here: https://emfdl.noxsolutions.com/emf/media/109/episodes/IsabelTomGrandparentingMatters_ljwx.mp3 Why are grandparents so important? More than cute cat videos or the latest video games, kids need the love and...
by Arlene | Oct 14, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
We’re not going to parent perfectly. That is impossible! But that doesn’t mean we don’t try. We still parent with excellence in mind. And we don’t have to do it alone! On this week’s Happy Home chat, find out what a movie I love (Ford...
by Arlene | Oct 6, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
Wahoo! It’s book launch day for my latest books co-authored with Dr. Gary Chapman, Screen Kids and Grandparenting Screen Kids! Screens are part of life, but they shouldn’t be most of life…especially for kids! On today’s Facebook live Happy...
by Arlene | Oct 5, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Access More or here: If you are feeling frustrated with the amount of time your kids are spending on screens these days… Or maybe you’re a little concerned because you’re NOT frustrated (because you’ve gotten...
by Arlene | Sep 22, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
On today’s Facebook live Happy Home chat, we’re talking about basic manners that aren’t as common as they used to be. For sure, kids are comfortable with screens, but are they comfortable and courteous in social settings? Here are 3 drills to...
by Arlene | Sep 21, 2020 | Parenting, Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Access More or here: Have you ever wondered…where is God when you or someone you love is suffering? Today’s guest Ruth Schwenk understands. When her husband Patrick was diagnosed with a serious form of cancer at age 43,...
by Arlene | Sep 7, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Access More or here: Especially during the pandemic, we’ve been online more and so have our kids. How can we guide what our kids are watching on streaming services like Netflix? Do you worry about what your kids might stumble...
by Arlene | Sep 1, 2020 | Parenting, The Latest ..., Videos
How can you make virtual learning more effective for your kids? In this week’s Happy Home Facebook live chat, I’ll explain five ways to improve your home environment for learning. Here are the five tips and I’ll expand in the video: Exercise daily...
by Arlene | Aug 24, 2020 | Podcast, The Latest ...
Listen to the Happy Home Podcast on Access More or here: https://emfdl.noxsolutions.com/emf/media/109/episodes/LynnDonovanPrayingforYourUnsavedSpouse_xx00.mp3 Do you go to church alone (or watch alone) because your spouse isn’t a believer? Are you in a...
by Arlene | Aug 19, 2020 | The Latest ..., Videos
What is the dominant question running through your mind throughout the day? I’ll talk about the power of asking questions and dare you to ask a family member this risky question: What is it like to be on the other side of me? Thanks to Pastor Mike Teixeira from...