Archive for September, 2010

Sep 27 2010


Having the Tough Talks: SEX

Hoping you can somehow forever avoid talking to your kids about sex?  You aren’t alone.  But you also need to face your fears, say a prayer, dig deep, and dive in with your kids.  You may want to start with this post about having the Tough Talks with kids. As promised in my Parenting 101 [...]

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Sep 13 2010


Real Man

This poem from Rudyard Kipling came to mind today, so I thought I would pass it on: “If” (Rudyard Kipling) If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on you, If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you But make allowance for their doubting too, [...]

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Sep 09 2010


REMEMBER

Take to heart the words of Gandhi: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Love.  Forgive.  Share.  Work.  Stand.  Pray.  Witness.  Fight.  Serve.  Give.  Live.  Proclaim. But don’t burn a Qu’ran.

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Sep 08 2010


Real Tools for Real Stepfamilies

I just discovered these great resources today from Ron Deal and Successful Stepfamilies.  While I have not read them yet, I have read Ron’s first book, The Smart Stepfamily, and it is fantastic.  I have also had the pleasure of hearing him present a message live at a conference, as well as sharing a conversation [...]

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Sep 02 2010


Daily Dose for Husbands

Men, are you looking to be a better husband?  Improve your marriage?  Improve your wife’s view of you?  Here is a practical tip with huge spiritually transformational power.  Print out the following scriptures on a sheet of paper, laminate it, and put it somewhere you will see every day.  Pick it up daily, pray for [...]

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Sep 01 2010


Almost Christian

I just found out about this book and author yesterday, so I have not yet read it.  However, she has my attention, and I want to bring her to yours.  Here is her website. I will keep you posted on what I discover.  For now, here is the book summary: “Based on the National Study [...]

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