Kari Kampakis
Kari Kampakis
Kari is a mom of four girls, as well as an author, speaker, and blogger from Birmingham. The focus of Life Actually is family, faith, and all things relevant. It celebrates traditional values in a modern world, speaking to a generation of parents and grandparents who believe in simplicity, relationships, and love.
Life Actually: Happy 10th birthday, Camille!
They say God’s grace comes when you need it and not a moment sooner, and I think this explains how my heart began to thaw when I saw Camille, heard her cry and felt the doctor lay her 6-pound body on my chest. Read more
Life Actually: Is social media making us bitter?
On social media, however, we get to skip the real-life challenge of trying to work through differences and instead join tribes. Read more
Life Actually: 10 things athletes should know
I find it interesting (and somewhat crazy) that Americans will pack stadiums and pour money into a sport that revolves around one ball. Many people care more passionately about who dominates that one ball than they do eternal matters. Read more
Life Actually: 5 things to remember in hard times
God planted in us a desire to be with Him. Only in heaven will we feel perfect peace and happiness. Until we reach our final destination, we must learn to live with the inner voids that create a longing for eternity. Read more
Life Actually: In Parenting There are No Guarantees
For our children to know, love and understand God, it’s important that we take them to church, share Scripture, cultivate character and encourage healthy relationships. Read more
