March 10, 2010 Posted By: Mark Merrill

Public Affirmation (Not Embarrassment)

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As we discussed in the Family Minute today it is so very important to publicly claim your children. To make them feel loved and a part of your family. However, there is a fine line between publicly affirming them and embarrassing them… especially your teens! Here are some tips… I’m curious to know, what’s been …

March 4, 2010 Posted By: Mark Merrill

The Unlovable Spouse… or ‘How to hug a porcupine’

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I know it may sound strange, but sometimes we just have to bite the bullet and hug the porcupine. Let me explain…

March 3, 2010 Posted By: Mark Merrill

What’s Your ‘Dash’?

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When you look at a tombstone, you’ll see the the dates of the person’s birth and death. What really matters the most however is the ‘dash’ in between… D – Determination A – Awareness S – Service H – Humility

March 2, 2010 Posted By: MarkMerrill

Love Your Team

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Legendary NFL Coach Vince Lombardi said, “Teamwork is what the Green Bay Packers were all about. They didn’t do it for individual glory. They did it because they loved one another.” Vince Lombardi’s team loved each other because Vince Lombardi loved them, he modeled what he expected of others. Do you want your team members …