As the days shorten and the weather grows colder, it begins to draw ever nearer to the Advent season. During this time, it will not be uncommon to hear popular Christmas songs trumpeting throughout retail stores and different stations on the radio. However, most of the songs families will hear during this time fail to capture the true meaning of the Advent season: Jesus’s birth. 

For instance, “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus” doesn’t do much to address the miraculous incarnation, and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” which includes lyrics that say, “Now, bring us some figgy pudding, and bring it out here!” does not quite address the sacrificial humility of Christ. 

Such humility that He was willing to be born as a baby in a feeding trough, despite previously standing at the right hand of the throne of God the Father. With this in mind, it is no surprise that the inclusion of Advent songs that have deeper theological significance than “Frosty the Snowman” is a necessity for all Christian families. 



After your child is born, it is easy to want to rush their milestones. You are eager for them to begin rolling over, crawling, talking, and walking. However, sometime around the first day of preschool or kindergarten, we start wishing we could turn back the clock. Once it is clear they will not be little forever; we want them to hold onto their childhood as long as possible. 

Alas, we can’t stop them from growing up. Whether we want to think about it or not, our first and second graders will be sixth and seventh graders before we know it. 

Even though you may feel like you want to delay the preteen years, it is important to prepare your elementary-aged students for their middle school years. This article will help you navigate the keys to ensuring your kids are ready for grades six through eight. 



Education is one of the most important aspects of a child’s life. They spend most of their first eighteen to twenty-two years of life in some version of a classroom, whether it’s public, private, or homeschool. They will find mentors in the coaches and teachers associated with their academic experience. They will meet classmates with whom they will form lifelong friendships. 

The subjects in which they excel will likely shape their future careers. Students will lean on the lessons they learned from their various schools throughout their lives.

This will be the third school year impacted by the effects of a global pandemic. Some children have never had an academic experience that wasn’t affected by health and safety protocols. 



How to Have a Great School Year

Thursday, 08 July 2021 10:31

It is hard to believe summer is almost over. It feels like it just started for many families in Northville. Many children were able to participate in the activities they missed out on, like sports camps, while parents tried to make up for lost time with vacations and getaways. 

This summer break may feel like it moved faster than previous years; nevertheless, the first day of school is quickly approaching. If we are not careful, it's going to sneak right up on us.



Summer is in full swing here in Northville, Michigan. For many families, this is the best time of year. It is the few months each year when you can finally forget coats and gloves and really enjoy the outdoors in our beautiful area. Plus, the kids are out of school, and you can spend some quality time together as a family. 

The challenge, however, can be staying cool while the mercury rises. 

Here are eight tips for getting a break from the heat that parents and kids can enjoy together. 



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