#030: Are You Encouraging Your Spouse to Cheat? (Podcast)
More often than not, affairs don’t just happen. Sometimes they do, but there are usually things that are said or not said, done or not done over the years that are contributing factors. I’m not suggesting that the husband or wife who has the affair is in any way justified in doing so, but what […]
7 Common Trigger Points That Make People Prickly
In another post, called Confession: I Am a Porcupine, I shared how I can be a real porcupine, especially with my family and at work. Maybe you read it and realized someone you love, or even you, can sometimes be a porcupine too. Porcupines do have a tender side, but these temperamental creatures have trigger points that cause […]
6 Short Sentences Your Child Needs to Hear You Say
In raising our five children, Susan and I have tried to consistently convey to each of them these 6 short sentences. We’ve done it with our words and our actions. And, as I write this post, I’m realizing I need to say these things even more because they can’t be said enough.
#029: Life Lessons with Danny Wuerffel (Podcast)
On today’s episode we have author, speaker, and Heisman trophy winner Danny Wuerffel on the show to discuss some of the life lessons he’s learned. During his time at the University of Florida (my alma mater), Danny set 17 NCAA records. He was recently inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. After playing in […]
Are You Being Curt or Courteous with Your Spouse?
I sometimes think that I’m nicer to my wife, Susan, than I really am. Why? Let me explain. I’m a wordsmith. Words matter. Words have meaning. I try to choose my words very carefully, and most of the time I think I do a fair job in choosing the right words for the situation […]
6 Relationship Truths About Family
I am a husband, a father of five, and a grandfather of two, which means God has given me ample opportunities to learn about relationships—and one thing I have learned is that they aren’t easy. It takes work for a relationship to thrive. Every relationship has its ups and downs. Struggles are bound to occur. […]
#028: Living a Life of Significance with JB Brown (Podcast)
Are you wandering and stumbling though life, or are you living a life of significance? On today’s episode, we have one of the top broadcasters in the country—three time Emmy award winner, James “JB” Brown. We discussed his book, Role of a Lifetime: Reflections on Faith, Family and Significant Living, and the life lessons and principles you […]
Confession: I Am a Porcupine
I’m not sure exactly when the moment occurred, but I’ve discovered that I’m exactly like an animal—a porcupine, to be more precise. Let me explain. For many years, I’ve spoken at events around the country. One of the topics I speak on is how to love your family well. I share how it’s easy to […]
It’s About Time: 4 Things Every Parent Must Know
One of our Family First team members, Andy Mayer, shared a message with our entire team about how to make the most of our time as a parent. This blog is based on some of his thoughts. According to the British Heart Foundation, the average person spends 19 minutes a day thinking about their regrets. […]
