by GIFT Coach | Jan 25, 2017 | Blogs by Gayle Swift, General Discussion
Two weeks ago we asked, “Will 2017 be smooth sailing for your family or will the seas be rough and choppy?” We posed this open-ended question to highlight the importance of distinguishing between what we intend to do, what we believe we are doing and, what...
by GIFT Coach | Jan 18, 2017 | Blogs by Gayle Swift, General Discussion
Because we are committed to Intentional Parenting, last week we invited readers to consider a time-tracking practice to help identify the way we actually spend out time. We also revisited our Family Values to remind ourselves of their role in identifying priorities....
by GIFT Coach | Jan 11, 2017 | Adoptive Parenting Skills/Tool, Blogs by Gayle Swift, General Discussion
January traditionally motivates us to review the recently ended year and to set our intentions for the new year. As adoptive parents this practice takes on extra significance. Parenting is challenging. Adoptive parenting has additional complexity and responsibilities...
by GIFT Coach | Dec 14, 2016 | Blogs by Sally Ankerfelt, Faith and Values, Faith communities, Foster Care Adoption, General Discussion
The influence of Christmas surrounds us whether it is part of one’s faith tradition and beliefs or not. Most people probably “know” the Nativity story— even non-Christians. This blog written by GIFT coach and Lutheran minister, Sally Ankerfelt, continues our...
by GIFT Coach | Dec 6, 2016 | Blogs by Gayle Swift, faith, General Discussion
Christmas observances have taken center stage and much of the world celebrates the birth of baby Jesus. The religious significance of the Nativity coexists with the universal emotion of joy surrounding the miracle of birth. Except … Except in the case of...
