Hello Reader,

Some gifts don’t fit under the tree. They don’t come wrapped in bows or tucked inside a box. The best gifts are found in moments.

This year, our family decided to give ourselves a gift that wouldn’t collect dust or be forgotten in a closet. We gifted ourselves time together.

Over New Year’s, four generations of our family (from 4 months old to 80 years young!) packed up and headed to Branson Family Retreats. We needed to slow down, reconnect, and build the kind of memories that shape a legacy. Best. Decision. Ever.

One House, Four Generations, a Lifetime of Memories

We’ve taken many family trips over the years, but this one was different. Maybe it was the peaceful setting. Maybe it was the way time slowed down when we weren’t rushing from one event to the next. Maybe it was simply the reminder that these moments matter more than anything else.

At home, life moves fast. Schedules take over, to-do lists grow, and days slip by without truly connecting. But in Branson, we pressed pause. And in that stillness, we created some of the most treasured memories of our lives.

Plan the Trip. Protect the Time. Prioritize the Moments.

Let’s be honest—if we don’t schedule time together, it won’t happen. Work, school, sports, and endless responsibilities will always demand our attention. As Barbara Johnson says,

“To be in your children’s memories tomorrow, you have to be in their lives today.”

And here’s the truth:

Your family is worth more than a busy calendar.
Your memories are worth more than another weekend lost in routine.
Your faith journey grows stronger when you slow down together.

In my new book, Faith That Sticks, my co-author Leslie and I talk about the power of intentional moments. The best way to show your children they matter is to give them your time. No amount of gifts can replace the memories that last a lifetime.

Branson Family Retreats gave us the space to reconnect and refocus on what truly matters—our faith and our family.

Take the Trip—And Join Me in Branson This May!

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to invest in family togetherness, this is it!

From May 15-17, I’ll be in Branson for the Teach Them Diligently Conference, and I’d love for you to join me!

Not only is it an incredible event that encourages and equips homeschooling families, but it’s also the perfect excuse for a family getaway. And Branson Family Retreats is the perfect place to stay!

Here’s the plan:

Step 1: Mark your calendar for May 15-17 and register for Teach Them Diligently → Register Here​

Step 2: Book your stay at Branson Family Retreats—the perfect place to relax and recharge → Book Now​

Step 3: Come visit my booth! I’ll be at three Teach Them Diligently conferences this year, and I’d love to meet you, chat about faith and family, and help you find books that will encourage your heart. → Shop My Books​

If you’re looking for a trip that blends faith, family, and fun—this is it.

So take the trip. Make the call. Plan the getaway.

Because the best times? They aren’t something you wait for. They’re something you create.

🔗 Book Your Stay at Branson Family Retreats​

GIVEAWAY ALERT!

WIN a 4-Day Stay at Branson Family Retreats!
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PLUS… a FREE registration to the Teach Them Diligently Conference in Branson, MO (May 15-17, 2025)
​ AND a $200 Gift Card from Tricia Goyer, celebrating her new book Faith That Sticks!

Your Giveaway Prize Pack Includes:

4-Day Stay at Branson Family Retreats – Spacious rooms, private baths, a full kitchen, and fun for the whole family! → See More​

Teach Them Diligently Conference Registration – Be inspired and equipped at this incredible event for Christian homeschool families!

$200 Gift Card from Tricia Goyer – Celebrating her newest book Faith That Sticks! → Check It Out​

Hurry—enter now! Giveaway ends March 26th!

Branson Family Retreats—where big families make bigger memories!

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