Katie J. Trent
Crosswalk Contributing Writer
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How to Gain Back Trust After Hurting Your Partner
My husband confessed that he was addicted to pornography and had been since childhood. I was devastated. I wasn’t sure I could ever trust him again. Everything I thought I knew about our...Tuesday, July 2, 2024
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7 Ways to Show Your Spouse You Notice and Appreciate Them
In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to get so caught up in the doing that we disconnect from our spouse. There’s always a task that needs to be completed and a plethora of things and people...Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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21 Inexpensive Holiday Activities to Create Memories with Your Kids
The holiday season is a time of year when families come together and celebrate. While it is easy to get caught up in the expenses of gifts and travel, it is important to focus on what really...Thursday, November 16, 2023
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20 Ideas for Family Fun
Plan a family talent show. Let everyone show off their talents while the rest of the family cheers them on. Invite some friends and grandparents for extra audience members!Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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4 Easy Ways to Create Meaningful Moments with Your Kids
Have you ever wondered why some moments embed in our brains and others won’t? And more importantly, do we have any control over which moments stick and which ones don’t? In the 18 years before our...Thursday, September 22, 2022
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13 Sanity-Saving Tips for the Holidays
Running yourself ragged, blowing your budget, and overscheduling your days are quick ways to ruin your holiday season. So say it with me. “NO.” And don’t feel like you have to justify your no.Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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How to Merge Different Parenting Styles
Accepting that you’re going to approach things differently is important when merging your parenting styles. Don’t expect your spouse to parent exactly like you or for you to be just like your...Friday, September 16, 2022
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How to Model Forgiveness to Your Kids
The power to forgive is one of the greatest gifts we can give our kids. It frees them from the pain and consequences of unforgiveness. It also helps to establish trust, which leads to deeper...Tuesday, February 15, 2022
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3 Ways to Ensure Each Child Feels Loved
It brings me comfort and joy as a mother to know the last moments of each day are spent connecting, so when they lay their heads down, there can be no question how much they are loved.Tuesday, February 15, 2022
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7 Ways to Devote Yourself to a Routine of Prayer
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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101 Meaningful Conversation Starters for the Holiday Season
This year, probably more than ever before, we are looking forward to gathering together to celebrate the holidays. If the past couple of years have taught us anything, it is the value of connection...Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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3 Reasons to Cook Your Thanksgiving Meal as a Family
We all know that Thanksgiving is a time to spend with your loved ones, and one of the best ways to do that is by cooking the dinner together. It's an incredible opportunity to bond over a shared...Friday, November 12, 2021