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Families are in crisis this back-to-school season

Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Julie Lavender

Julie Lavender is a nationally renowned author and has written several books such as Children’s Bible Bedtime Stories, 365 Ways to Love Your Child, and 365 Days of Celebration and Praise. She is also co-author of Be Still and Take a Bubble Bath and Come and Behold Him. Julie earned her Master’s and Bachelor’s Degrees in Early Childhood Education, from Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia. She and her husband David have four children as well as a grandchild. Learn more about Julie by visiting her website, julielavenderwrites.com.

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Showing Love to Your Child Everyday

Julie Lavender shares some fun ways to build lasting memories from small moments. From exercising your imagination while running errands to celebrating silly minor holidays, you’ll pick up some great tools to enjoy your child and help them feel loved.