Cushioned fields of velvety-soft, green grass sprinkled with bright-colored flowers scenting the air with lavender and honeysuckle. Laughter rippling the blue, blue sky as a familiar voice calls your name. You know this place. At least you think you do. You’ve never been here, but you have. It just feels
Busy with back-to-school activities? Kinda kicks summer’s easy-going life style out the back door doesn’t it? Daily routines become normal once again. That includes family dinners. And family dinner conversations. You do sit down several times a week to eat dinner together with your kids, right? Families who eat together
Admit it. You like the fireworks best. Especially the ones you get to set off yourself. Especially if you’re a guy. Not me. I had a rocket shoot right next to my lawn chair at the beach one 4th of July, so I embrace the barbecue, swimming, and hanging-out-with-family-and-friends part
You should pray for your kids. Really. Especially if you know Jesus. My mother’s prayers and my Aunt Mary Jane’s prayers paved the way for me to know God. I know this because they told me so. Those prayers brought me into assurance of God’s will and grew me up spiritually
I hate it when my adult kids go through a difficult time. I sometimes hurt more than they do. It’s one of those curses of being a parent. We have our own hurts, and we carry our kid’s wounds. It’s a double whammy. I have six kids and nine grandchildren.
The Finnish custom of napping a baby outdoors in all kinds of weather is unique, but healthy. Here’s how:
Well, it’s about time someone came up with a rap for parents! You know what I mean—all those dirty diapers, drools, school events, and sleepless nights need a shout-out. So to all those who have migrated from couplehood to parenthood, here’s one for you from BluefishTV! (Email or RSS readers—visit my
Looking for some easy Easter ideas that can become traditions for your family? Since Easter is the most important holiday for Christians, it is a perfect time to offer activities that will leave a lasting impression on our children and grandchildren. So Hello Monday and Hello Easter! I hope you
What would it take to waste your life? Disappointment? Loss? Old age? Whatever the reason, you always have a choice. In this short clip from the SkitGuys.com, Bill and Charlie have two different perspectives on growing old. Which perspective will you choose? Don’t waste your life What will be your perspective
Have you ever taken stock of the things you will never regret doing? You probably have a bucket list, but do you have a “no regret” list? I’ll bet you do. You just haven’t thought of it before. Regrets You’ll Never Have from It Starts at Home (Bluefishtv) reminds us