Aug
31
2010

Roger Butner
(Based on my 8/31 WAFB Parenting 101 interview)
When is the right age to start talking with your kids about drugs and alcohol?
Whenever a situation presents itself, whether in “real life” or on screen, where the subject of alcohol or drugs makes sense to discuss. In fact, “Intervention” on A&E is a fantastic resource for parents [...]
Tags: adolescence, freedom, HOPE, leadership, parenting, personal responsibility, teaching, teens, the journey
Aug
13
2010

Roger Butner
This is the picture that was taped to our TV set all day yesterday. “How did it get there?” you may ask. Here’s the story…
Just before bedtime on Wednesday evening, my six-year-old son lied to my wife and me about something. It was one of those easily detected, bold-faced, I don’t even see the reason [...]
Tags: family, leadership, media, parenting, spiritual formation, teaching
Aug
10
2010

Roger Butner
John Rosemond is such an inspired and inspiring authority on parenting well. And we have the opportunity to hear him LIVE in Baton Rouge in a month!!!
Check out the details and register here.
Tags: coming soon..., leadership, parenting
Jul
23
2010

Roger Butner
Ready for a truly life-changing experience?
Tired of feeling like you aren’t what you should be?
Just need to make some real friendships with some real guys?
Want to make your marriage the best it can be?
Want to lead your children like you never have before?
Want to learn how to be the best man you can be from [...]
Tags: friends, leadership, manhood, marriage / relationships, parenting, the journey
Jul
16
2010

Roger Butner
Here’s a little sneak peak of the parenting seminar I will be sharing on Saturday, July 24 at Zachary Church of Christ from 9-11 am (call 225-654-5993 to register, childcare and lunch provided):
At its core, parenting is about teaching and training your children to live well.
Stop trying to convince your children you are in charge… [...]
Tags: coming soon..., parenting
Jul
14
2010

Roger Butner
I will be presenting “Parenting Like You Mean It!” at Zachary Church of Christ on Saturday, July 24 from 9-11 am. Lunch and childcare will be provided. Call 225-654-5993 to register.
Morpheus will be there…
…will you?
Tags: coming soon..., community, parenting
Jul
04
2010

Roger Butner
Just a little post to share my son’s favorite YouTube video. Feelin’ pretty proud as a Dad right now!
Tags: parenting
Jun
29
2010

Roger Butner
I will never forget the tension and anxiety that permeated my house and family as I crossed the bridge from ignorance to knowledge regarding the fundamentals of sex. Let me take you on a quick trip back to this poignant memory in my life.
I was in the fifth grade at a private Christian school. Our [...]
Tags: adolescence, character, coming soon..., movies, parenting, personal responsibility, sex, teaching, teens, the journey
Jun
24
2010

Roger Butner
Fathers Day is over, but here’s an extra nod to my Fraternity of Dads, thanks to Trey Morgan’s consistently terrific blog. Great stuff! Thanks for sharing this one, Trey.
Tags: manhood, parenting
May
28
2010

Roger Butner
I work with teens and their families on a regular basis. As you can imagine, the issue of various forms of drug abuse and other addictions is a common topic in my office. Parents have various levels of awareness of the presence and threat of drugs such as alcohol, marijuana, amphetamine, meth, crack, and the [...]
Tags: addiction, adolescence, freedom, parenting, teens