“She’s just like you!” Yeah—isn’t that cool?
Many people say my youngest daughter and I are a lot alike. I’m not sure why, but we’re the kind of people who tell it like it is. You don’t typically have to try to figure out what we’re thinking. [...]
Where were you on THE 9/11?
I’ll never forget where I was when planes started crashing into the World Trade Center in New York City. I was at a radio conference in Michigan. That whole day was a time of uncertainty. Fear gripped the nation and [...]
At least I don’t need a massage.
That’s what I said as I stood up from my seat on an airplane recently. The three-or-so-year-old little boy sitting behind me decided to be an annoying little troublemaker on my flight from Grand Rapids to Chicago. I wish I [...]
What are your plans after high school?
I’ve been talking with some parents of a senior in high school whose daughter probably isn’t going to go to college. Why? Well, the grades just aren’t there. Unfortunately, these two individuals were embarrassed and ashamed. And they said as [...]
My adult kids are just NOT living for the Lord.
This is tough. There’s nothing more heartbreaking than watching your adult kids fail spiritually. I know first-hand. You feel like a failure, even though you KNOW it’s not your fault. Many of us believe our kids are saved, but just [...]
Why can’t I get good grades like Cassie?
Sibling rivalry can be debilitating for kids. They’re constantly reminded by their perceived failure at every report card or sporting event. Frankly, it can be difficult for parents, too. What do I mean? I know a family who has three [...]
Turn to the Old Testament book of…Hezekiah?
There are a lot of kids out there who don’t know anything about the Bible. Guess what? There are a lot of church kids who don’t know anything about the Bible, either. The reason? First, since the United States is [...]
You’re not wearing those shoes—they have holes in them!
When have you EVER heard THAT come out of your child’s mouth? Believe it or not, a friend of mine posted a picture of some tattered gym shoes with the following: “So, parents...say you have a son who’s in 3rd [...]
It’s Labor Day. What is that anyway?
For most people in the United States, it means a four-day weekend. But the history of Labor Day goes back to the late 19th century—it honors “the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our [...]
I’m going to do better this year, I promise.
If you’ve ever had a child who has difficulty focusing and applying themselves in school, you’re not looking forward to a new school year, are you? In some respects, you’re hoping they turn over a new leaf and apply themselves. [...]