Archive for December, 2009

Dec 29 2009


What can I say?…

I just wanted to take a moment to officially inquire what topics you would like to see me address in the coming year?  Spiritual issues?  Self-Injury?  Teen help?  Marital recommendations?  More lessons from Disney World? What have you gained from your time spent on my blog?  What difference does it make in your life? What [...]

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Dec 28 2009


Family Transformation in 2010

How do I want to improve my life this year?  How have I let my self (or others) down this year?  What am I really ready to surrender this year?  What part of my life has brought me to a breaking point?  How do I want to make a difference this year?  What does my [...]

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Dec 23 2009


Merry Christmas!

From Dr. Butner to you, I’m wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas (or a Happy Festivus – take your pick)!

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Dec 18 2009


Lessons from Disney World, part three

It is very good to have a plan.  Just don’t hold it too tightly. Six days and seven nights at Disney World.  Four parks, plus a special shopping district, and multiple resorts with additional minor attractions.  Special lunches and breakfasts and dinners that include up close and personal visits with the real Disney characters.  Special [...]

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Dec 17 2009


Lessons from Disney World, part two

The American Idol Experience is WAY better than karaoke! Unfortunately, Disney has a total stranglehold on pictures of this experience, so this snapshot will have to suffice. If you know me well at all, you know I love the chance to get up in the spotlight with a microphone – especially if there is singing [...]

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Dec 16 2009


Lessons from Disney World, part one

Parents aren’t always right, but we know more than our children.  We need to lead. My son is somewhat sensitive to strong stimuli, such as loud noises and packed crowds.  We brought plenty of earplugs to Disney World, and never left the resort without them.  It was important for my wife, my mother-in-law, and me [...]

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Dec 01 2009


Hope – in 140 characters or less

Just wanted to let you know I have updated my “CHALLENGES” page – drawn directly from my posts on Twitter (to Facebook).  May you be blessed by the questions, challenges, and ponderings you discover here.  I would be grateful for your prayers as I consider taking steps toward publishing this work in a book. With [...]

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