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80: Making This the Best Summer Ever
The phrase “you only have 18 summers with your kids” can hit like a warning, and if you already feel stretched thin, it can trigger instant guilt. I wrestle with that tension and share a better way to hold the idea: not as panic, but as accountability that helps us slow down and choose what matters before the season slips away.
We get practical about building an intentional summer rhythm that fits real life. I talk through a short morning devotion you can actually sustain, including how I pick a theme (like the Armor of God or the Fruit of the Spirit) and keep it simple with Scripture, quick discussion, and character building. If you want Christian parenting tools that don’t require a full curriculum, you’ll leave with doable options, from one Psalm or Proverb a day to using library books as support.
Then we move into discipline as training, not just punishment. Summer offers more margin for teachable moments: sibling conflict, disappointment when plans change, and the inevitable “I’m bored.” I share how staying calm, consistent, and rooted in love helps kids connect faith to everyday life. Finally, I explain why one on one time with each child is my favorite summer practice and how simple “dates” create space for the best conversations, especially during big transitions like a move.
If this helped you, subscribe, share the episode with a parent friend, and leave a review so more families can find it.
Recommended Resources:
Armor of God devotional cards
Fruit of the Spirit devotional cards
Connect with me!
You can find me on Instagram @mrs.leannetuggle or you can email me at [email protected]. I love hearing from you!
Would you like more weekly encouragement? Subscribe to my newsletter Whatever is Lovely and be inspired to open your inbox again.
https://leannetuggle.myflodesk.com/v3r2zwdaik
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By LeanneThe phrase “you only have 18 summers with your kids” can hit like a warning, and if you already feel stretched thin, it can trigger instant guilt. I wrestle with that tension and share a better way to hold the idea: not as panic, but as accountability that helps us slow down and choose what matters before the season slips away.
We get practical about building an intentional summer rhythm that fits real life. I talk through a short morning devotion you can actually sustain, including how I pick a theme (like the Armor of God or the Fruit of the Spirit) and keep it simple with Scripture, quick discussion, and character building. If you want Christian parenting tools that don’t require a full curriculum, you’ll leave with doable options, from one Psalm or Proverb a day to using library books as support.
Then we move into discipline as training, not just punishment. Summer offers more margin for teachable moments: sibling conflict, disappointment when plans change, and the inevitable “I’m bored.” I share how staying calm, consistent, and rooted in love helps kids connect faith to everyday life. Finally, I explain why one on one time with each child is my favorite summer practice and how simple “dates” create space for the best conversations, especially during big transitions like a move.
If this helped you, subscribe, share the episode with a parent friend, and leave a review so more families can find it.
Recommended Resources:
Armor of God devotional cards
Fruit of the Spirit devotional cards
Connect with me!
You can find me on Instagram @mrs.leannetuggle or you can email me at [email protected]. I love hearing from you!
Would you like more weekly encouragement? Subscribe to my newsletter Whatever is Lovely and be inspired to open your inbox again.
https://leannetuggle.myflodesk.com/v3r2zwdaik
If this is your first time here and this episode resonated, hit “subscribe” and submit a 5-star rating if you feel genuinely inspired to. Your positive feedback means the world to me!
Episode Sponsors:
Rodan + Fields - Take this brief quiz to find your customized skincare routine!
Whatever is Lovely - Subscribe here to the weekly newsletter designed to encourage you with words of wisdom and relatable content. Be inspired to open your inbox again.