Communication Expectations
My wife, Susan, and I have been married for over 20 years but you know what, we still don’t have the whole communication thing mastered yet! Here’s a situation we run into sometimes…
Getting Your Spouse To Talk
Every once in a while, I come across something that someone else has written that I feel compelled to share. Today is one of those days. Carrie Oliver was a good friend to Family First and she wrote a compelling article about Communication: The Heart of Connection. Carrie has since passed away, but her insight […]
Calendaring Your Kids
Calendaring our kids is so important. Here’s how I do it… If you’re really interested in truly connecting with your kids, check out our program called All Pro Dads Day.
A Lesson In Respect Pt. 2
Wrapping up our two video series, we are sharing some things that husbands and wives do that show honor and respect to each other. Respect is something each of us desires…especially from our spouse. When we make the effort to be considerate of our spouse, it is perceived as respectful and honoring…as these husbands and […]
A Lesson in Respect Pt. 1
In our two video series, we are talking about what husbands and wives can do to honor and respect each other. Respect is something each of us desires…especially from our spouse. Sometimes we behave in ways that our better half perceives as disrespectful…as these husbands and wives will tell you in Part I of the […]
10 Ways To Raise Confident Kids
1. Listen A simple task it would seem, but it’s amazing how difficult it can be to just simply listen. Not solve, not direct and not lecture. Listen. All children will tell you what’s on their minds. They only want someone to hear them. Give your child the patience and time they need from you. […]
Making Each Child Feel Special
It’s so important to encourage and uplift our children. Doing so gives them a sense of accomplishment and confidence in who they are and what they do. Recognizing them for something they’ve said or done should be done on a regular basis. One way to do that is by honoring them in front of the […]
