Summer Beach Reading Recommendations
Summertime usually means vacation time. Intentional downtime and rest are good and important practices to refresh our minds, bodies and … Continue reading Summer Beach Reading Recommendations
Category: Family
How Youth Sports Is Helping Me Become a Better Parent
The older I get the more I realize that life is nuanced, gray and a bit ambiguous. Similarly, I’ve come … Continue reading How Youth Sports Is Helping Me Become a Better Parent
Advent 2017
The Christmas season can be so busy and hectic, the most important aspects of the season get lost. Advent is … Continue reading Advent 2017
4 reasons we should all stop saying “I know exactly how you feel.”
“I know exactly how you feel.” Have you ever said that to someone to help them feel better? If someone … Continue reading 4 reasons we should all stop saying “I know exactly how you feel.”
Children are Mirrors
I know a certain set of parents that have grown increasingly frustrated at their child’s irrational bedtime fears. These parents … Continue reading Children are Mirrors
Sideline Dads and Lone Ranger Moms
Family life can be messy. It’s especially messy when your children are young. Let’s face it – those of us … Continue reading Sideline Dads and Lone Ranger Moms
Let’s be honest. We’re control freaks.
“How’s it going?” “Great” / “Fine” / “Pretty Good” “How’s it really going?” Often comes a deep sigh and a … Continue reading Let’s be honest. We’re control freaks.
Family Matters: Warning Signs There Could be Trouble
At the church where I pastor we have started a teaching series called “Family Matters”. We are talking about Family … Continue reading Family Matters: Warning Signs There Could be Trouble
Life Lessons from Adoption Part 1: Love is Expensive
Julie and I have the unique experience, joy and challenge of entering the world of international adoption. We have been … Continue reading Life Lessons from Adoption Part 1: Love is Expensive
7 ways to encourage a special needs mother (and dad)
Hi, I’m Brad and I don’t have a special needs child. Some of my family members and closest friends do. … Continue reading 7 ways to encourage a special needs mother (and dad)
