Sep. 8, 2011 No Comments Posted under: Choose Family, Lead Well
My family is navigating the roller coaster many know as “Middle School” for the first time in our parenting career. We now have multiple teachers and a myriad of due dates, test dates and every other date one would want to add to the calendar. Our heads are swimming. Most teachers have a class website [...]
Aug. 3, 2011 No Comments Posted under: Choose Family, Lead Well
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Back to school! Let’s face it, summertime is fantastic for popsicles and lazy days by the pool but at some point, the anarchy of loose schedules and the disjointed rhythm of those summer months can begin to wear and tear on a person. Rhythm is so important. [...]
Mar. 10, 2011 2 Comments Posted under: Choose Family, Do Good
This past January, my High School friend, Kajsa, received the kind of news that no parent ever wants to hear. She was told that her one and only beautiful, incredibly smart and witty 5 year old daughter had only months to live.
Feb. 8, 2011 3 Comments Posted under: Choose Family, Lead Well
Have you ever asked a question concerning a lesson on Sunday only to be greeted with deafening silence? You ask the question again and even prompt a word or two of the desired answer to elicit some kind of signal that someone is listening. Studies show that the upcoming generations are severely lacking in critical thinking skills. You’ve probably felt it by the crickets that are chirping back at you when you ask a question that requires kids to think. It’s high time we put on our critical thinking hats to solve this problem.
Feb. 1, 2011 3 Comments Posted under: Choose Family, Live Orange
“You are going to have to convince my why I should give you my child for an hour every week?”
Believe it or not, that is just the question one parent asked their children’s pastor. And you know what….it’s a question that we should all be prepared to answer. Before your break into a cold sweat, here are some things to help you think through a great answer.
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