3 Things Not Worth Wasting Your Life On

3 Things Not Worth Wasting Your Life On

As my son walked across the platform and officially graduated from college this past weekend, it brought back a flood of memories and emotions. Where did the time go? How could my little boy already be a grown man? Life is so short and life’s most important things so...
Do Your Kids Know You’re a Work In Progress?

Do Your Kids Know You’re a Work In Progress?

People often say that there’s no such thing as a perfect parent. But I’d argue that they’re wrong. Because believe it or not, I actually used to be “the perfect parent.” That is, until July 31st, 2002, when we had our first son. I remember as a teenager...
Who’s Your Chief Encourager?

Who’s Your Chief Encourager?

Do you have a “Chief Encourager?” If not, you need one. In my life, there’s one person who is my chief encourager. This person is not only positive, but personable. They naturally look for the good in others. That’s why they’re also a chief encourager to...
10 Easy Ways to Physically Bless Your Kids This Week

10 Easy Ways to Physically Bless Your Kids This Week

Want to physically bless your kids this week? Touch with our kids should be regular, intentional, and enjoyable. Meaningful touch from a parent can be a language all its own that speaks something beyond words to reach your child’s heart, not just their head. ...
3 Lessons Learned from 50 Years of Marriage

3 Lessons Learned from 50 Years of Marriage

My parents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past weekend! As we took them out for a nice steak dinner to celebrate memories and milestones, I was reminded of some lessons learned from watching their marriage over the years. Here are just a few. 1. A...