Into the deep: Seeing my child gain independence

Beautiful share of a motherly love.

God is working ‘behind the scenes’ of our life

"Hope ... is a mindset and a state of being. It is an openness to the idea that God is working behind the scenes." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

Heralding little milestones into the unknown

Milestones in early childhood bring much enjoyment, such as Dr. Witcher's morning car rides with the vocals of her two 4-year-olds and sometimes her 2-year-old joining in.

Children build new castles with the sands of time

"No one teaches you in the school of life the paradox of motherhood – the holding close; the letting go." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

Answering the simple questions can build trust

Young Adult columnist Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher asks the questions of her college students that they need answers to.

Answering the simple questions can build trust

Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher has found that asking freshman students questions she knows they need the answers to is easiest way to break the ice.

A gift I found in Croatia: My mom’s modeling of Jesus

"I was blessed recently to return to Croatia for the first time in 25 years!" - Gina Sternfels

Navigating life’s obstacles with my determined son

"I don’t yet know or understand the reason for my son’s diagnosis, but I know God will reveal it in his time." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

Curious toddler’s mind is always questioning

"I don't know why, but we can find out together."

My babies are slowly jumping into the ‘deep end’

First swimming lessons from the eyes (and heart) of a Mom.

Excavator exudes excitement to the inner child

An activity that keeps the kids busy can be fun for the whole family.

Where I’m meant to be on Mother’s Day

When I look at my sons, I see their innocence ... (and) of my God-given responsibility.

Feedback from both sides of my life lifted me up

Clarion Herald's Young Adult writer Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher revels in being a professor and mother.

What kind of world are we living in?

Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher uses her personal experience to question our world today.

Nature and little humans sprout in spring

" ... spring has become an exciting season. It’s the season of renewal and growth." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

Moving into toddlerhood, he will always be my baby

"One of the joys of this past year has been watching him develop into his own person." -- Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

A woman not defined by the number of kids

Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher continues to entertain us with eloquent writing about young adult life that now includes three children.

Life is change, and parents get a front-row seat

"I’ve been thinking more and more about the transience of our lives. ... that recalls to mind one of the cornerstones of our faith: we never know the hour or moment." - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher

Trying to keep children’s wonder alive year-round

"The magic of Christmas is the unbridled joy (of children) at the smallest of things."

My three pumpkins are growing in age and wisdom

"With each season, each holiday, I watch as my children grow up and become individuals. In my mama heart, ... I’m loving" them more and more. - Dr. Heather Bozant Witcher