That’s not a difficult question to answer. Of course they do – many times the same way that we disappoint them. So, maybe a better question to ask would be – what are some good ways to handle disappointment, because it will happen? I want to share a few productive steps that we can take…
DetailsMy mother is the mildest mannered and least confrontational person that I know. So, it was interesting, and out of character, for her to recently comment to a family member, “I think if they took the word complain out of the English language, you wouldn’t have anything to say.” Let’s face it, we like to…
Details“I want to thank my family: my wife Regina and my son Harry. Thank you. Just seriously, thank you for being my family. I love you both, and really nothing else matters, does it?” These were some of the final words of farewell from Dave Letterman this past week. After 33 years as host of…
DetailsAs you read that title, you are probably thinking it is a typo and that I actually meant ADD. However, it wasn’t a typo. Dr. Charles Fay recently used this term in referring to kids who display, what he calls, “Honesty Deficit Disorder.” If you are like most parents, your response may be – “Oh,…
DetailsI am frequently amazed at individuals who seem to believe it is their God-given purpose, to keep their spouse humble. That person will point out every mistake that their husband or wife makes, correct each perceived error, and avoid giving praise, even when it is deserved. They will then explain to me their rationale –…
DetailsI remember when my boys were younger and we would go camping multiple times every summer. We loved to fish, hike, and at night, sit by the campfire and eat smores. I recall how much Jeremy, the oldest enjoyed methodically gathering firewood. He would scavenger the area looking for loose limbs, but he most enjoyed…
DetailsMost couples begin their relationship with the highest of hopes as they envision smooth sailing for the rest of their lives. However, after only a few years (sometimes only weeks or months), many find themselves living with far greater distance in their intimate relationship than they ever imagined. They used to look forward to getting…
Details“Sure,” you may think. “A party sounds like fun.” Good. Oh, “What kind of party?” You would have to ask that. Well, now I’m not so certain you will want to come. You see, the party to which I am inviting you is one at which there will be guilt, nastiness, and unfair fighting. Oh…
DetailsI have two dogs and I love them dearly. They are part of our family, which is what 75% of pet owners report. Over half of the 90 million dog owners allow their dogs to sleep in bed with them. Some people throw their dogs birthday parties, complete with cake, balloons, and doggie party guests. …
DetailsThere is an event recorded in the Bible in John 5, where Jesus encounters a man who has been crippled for 38 years. The man is laying by a pool that is believed to have special healing qualities for the first person to get it in when the waters are miraculously stirred. However, because he…
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