

A Call to Relentless Affirmation
“It seemed as though my kids would never grow up”, said no one ever. Take it from a seasoned parent (and now grandparent), to say that...


A Billion Conversations
Years ago when I came up with the tagline "healthy conversations, healthy teens" I was naive...so naive. You see, at the time I didn't...


First step into Gratitude
This is going to date me - but I can’t resist the illustration. When my kids were young, Veggie Tales ruled. Ya, that was back in the VHS...


Taking off the Masks
October is a very happy month in my household. A special birthday, the fun fall activities, and the cooler weather all generate a buzz of...

The Father Effect
When I grow up, I want to be just like my dad. Have you heard your children say these words? Perhaps you’ve said them yourself as a...


Intimate Conversation 101
As a parent of five adult children who live in various areas of the country, I’ve been learning that making time and space for intimate...


Even Video Games
Connection is key to a healthy relationship with our children. And I would guess that most of you would agree with that statement and are...


The Solo Flight
When I was a kid my family suffered the loss of my father to cancer. He was a shining light to our family and community. His death hit...


Brilliant Minds Need Mom and Dad
I recently had the sweet opportunity to spend an evening Discussing parenting with Dr. Kathy Koch. If you’ve not heard of Kathy, tune in....


GOOD LUCK!
With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, little green clovers are popping up everywhere! That four-sided leaf is thought to bring luck to...