by Shannon Popkin | Mar 5, 2013 | Advice, Marriage, Problems, Sin
The first time she met him, she thought, “I don’t have my wedding ring on, so he won’t know I’m married.” She doesn’t remember what attracted her. Maybe his forwardness? His attentiveness?Whatever caused the spark, it made her pulse...
by Shannon Popkin | Aug 17, 2012 | Advice, Games, Parenting, Parties, Pregnancy
Here’s a fun game for a Baby Shower called “Possible Parenting Advice”.Supplies:1 package of 3×5 cards2 baskets, labeled “Questions” and “Advice”Give everyone two cards. On the first card, ask everyone to write a question...
by Shannon Popkin | Aug 26, 2011 | Advice, Communication, Fear, Friendship
As I walked my friend to the door, she glanced over in the living room and saw him lying there, snoring, with his protruding belly unashamedly hanging out all over the place.She said, “Oh my goodness! He’s gotten so fat!” I rolled my eyes and said,...
by Shannon Popkin | Apr 9, 2011 | Advice, Kids' Perspective, Parenting
After the waiter seated our party, I realized we were missing someone–Cade. I glanced back to the waiting area and saw him animatedly conversing with a woman, holding a newborn. Escorting him to our table, I asked what he’d been talking to her about. He...