Brandi Moses, Contributor

Stepkids Are Not Accidents

(4) April, Co-Parenting, Custody, Divorce, Family, Husbands, Marriage, Ours Baby, Step Children, StepDad, Stepmom, Wives |

When I first joined the family, my stepdaughter shared with me that she was “an accident.” As a believer, I am acutely aware that our words have the power of life and death (Proverbs 18:21). I realized that she must have overheard an adult conversation, and it hurt to know that these words were spoken over her.

Lessons Learned in the Court Battle

Co-Parenting, Custody, Prayer, Step Children, Stepmom |

My stepson is a Leukemia survivor, and within a few months of being diagnosed, the Make-A-Wish Foundation awarded him a trip to see “real” castles in England. Naturally, we wanted his big sister to share this once in a lifetime experience, and my husband approached her mom (different mom than my stepson) about getting my stepdaughter a passport. She refused to give permission for the passport or the trip, and we sought the help of a lawyer.

Love the Ones You’re With

Divorce, Family, Husbands, Marriage, Prayer, Step Children, Stepmom, Wives |

Crazy as I am about my two boys, my stepdaughter has been the sweetest surprise from day one. I actually didn’t know she existed until our first date, and from the moment I met her, I was smitten.

Be The Change Your Blended Family Needs

Family, Marriage, New Year, Prayer, Stepmom, Wives |

January always brings with it a flurry of resolutions, ranging from healthy eating habits and exercise goals, to personal and professional growth. Like me, I’m sure you can easily identify where you would like things to change – but the follow-through is a bit more complicated. Do you make New Year’s resolutions for your family? Let me ask that a different way: do you cast vision for your family for the upcoming year? Start by asking yourself what’s working well, and what isn’t. You may feel like you don’t have the voice or the authority to make...