Three Ways Parents Discourage Their Children
One of the most convicting verses in all the Bible says “Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become […]
Parenting
Parenting and Authority: Who Has the Final Say?
Parenting can be divided into three major stages: The first stage is what most often comes to mind regarding parenting—the oversight
Cheerleader Tryouts (or When Dreams Don’t Come True)
My favorite verse in Dr. Seuss’ book, Oh the Places You’ll Go, follows him talking about success. As he talks about
What a Child’s Mistake Reveals About a Parent
It feels like a punch in the gut: lying to a teacher cheating on a test a positive drug test
Obey Your Mother, Respect My Wife
There are few things as frustrating as a disrespectful child. Most parents can deal with mistakes, failures, immaturities, and a
Sometimes You Can Only Wear One Hat
Every day we wear multiple hats. We are employees, spouses, parents, citizens, cheerleaders, taxi cab drivers, counselors, teachers, advocates, and
Parenting
When to Teach Your Kid a Lesson
Parents are most likely to teach a lesson when frustrated. Trip over the shoes and you call your daughter to the laundry room
You Hurt My Feelings
There is no greater trump card in today’s society than “You hurt my feelings.” It’s the phrase announcing that you
A Map for Navigating Life’s Disappointments
Life will not go as you expect. It will be full of heartbreak and disappointments. Even the most charmed of
I Just Want to Be Happy
Fatherhood is fascinating because of what it teaches me about myself. Last night I came home to one child having