My kid is driving me crazy!
Discipline. It’s a part of life if you’re a parent. It’s the tool God created to help form our kids inside and out. Have your kids gotten so out of control that your discipline was done out of anger and [...]
I’m NOT wearing that!
As a parent, do you place too much value on the way you look? Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with looking good. But, do we spend too much time shopping for the latest fashions, looking for that perfect [...]
Are you too busy?
So many of us say we’re too busy, but are we? I remember my kids asking me to play games—like throwing a ball or just hanging out together. Often my answer was, “I’d love to, guys, but I’m really busy.” [...]
We’ve met the enemy, and he is us!
If you’ve lived long at all, you know certain kinds of sins tend to run in families. Some struggle with poor work habits, dishonesty, or even legalism. My family? We can be pretty judgmental. We worry a lot. And discouragement [...]
What message are you sending?
When was the last time you really didn’t like something? Were you vocal about it? I’m like that. I tend to say whatever comes to my mind. Now, I’m not as bad I was once was, but still. When it [...]
Haven’t heard from your grandkids?
Are you like me? Do you wish your grandkids would call you every once in a while? Can I give you a piece of advice? Call THEM. Why do we expect young people who can't remember to brush their teeth, [...]
Everybody has Instagram!
Social media. It's everywhere. I have a Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and even a Pinterest account. Why? That's a good question; I don't really know. The bottom line is, I like to see what friends and family are doing with their [...]
You’re not gonna buy it for me?
Our culture has created an entitlement society. Frankly, a lot of us have contributed to it. We buy our kids their every desire. "Mom, I've GOTTA get my nails done for homecoming." Or, "Dad, I need the $200 basketball shoes—everybody's [...]
But, Dad, I need your help!
Our kids say this all the time when it comes to homework, don’t they? The question is, do they need our help, or do they want us to DO it for them? I remember a number of years ago my [...]
News is boring!
My daughter used to say that ALL the time. Until we took time to talk about the news. As Christians, we NEED to know what's going on in our world. How else can we talk about our faith in a [...]