I recently conducted a survey of several hundred mothers asking them what is one thing, if resolved, would make their lives much better.  Can you guess the number one answer? They said, having their lives and homes more organized. Surprised? What about you, would you have answered my question the...

I hope you are encouraged after reading this blog. If you are going through a hard time right now or know someone who is, this is for you. I may sound a little more preachy this week, but I am doing it because I want the best for you, and...

If you read my blog last week, you know that I discussed the back to school idea of teaching your kids how to be good friends and the importance of being available when it comes to communication.  Did anything good happen as a result of what you read? I don’t...

My son started his junior year in High School this week. Hard to believe. I remember the days when we used to start school after Labor Day (thank you Michigan for keeping this schedule going). He also switched high schools which is another discussion altogether but let me make this...

Marriage can get really boring if you don’t work at it. Over time it can seem more like a “business transaction” than something that is real and deeply connected.  I can tell you that God never designed marriage to be boring and unfulfilling. Sure, you are going to have those...

If you are a parent or have stepped into a parent-like role, thank you.  There is probably no more important role we can have then that of a parent.  It is a worthy calling for sure. We have the high honor of helping shape our next generation.  I find great...

If you have been following my blog since the Spring, you may remember that I was having one very big life transition. Well, I am still somewhat in that transition, and to be honest, it’s not been easy. I lost my job of nearly seventeen years and at first, I...

You may not realize this but I have been blogging for the past three years. It has been quite the experience, to say the least.  What I find interesting is that of all the posts that have been written, the ones on how to nurture a healthy marriage have been...

Summer is a great time of year for outdoor BBQ’s, picnics, and a get-together.  It’s a great time for all of these activities, especially if you are on the receiving end of these invitations.  Why is that, well if we are honest, it’s nice every once in awhile to be...

I really enjoy officiating weddings.  Just last weekend I married the daughter of some good friends that I have known for many years. The great thing about weddings, is that everyone is generally in a good mood. However, even as fun as weddings are, I don’t take marrying a couple...