Recently, my wife, Susan, and I had one of those conflicts where we started talking about one thing, but ended up listing everything that we sometimes find irritating about each other. All of it could have been avoided if we just remembered some important facts. First, we are equal opportunity agitators. We both do things that annoy each other, and we need to step back and look at ourselves, first. Second, it’s...
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According to the British Heart Foundation, the average person spends 19 minutes a day thinking about their regrets. That’s two and a half hours a week. And one of the top regrets people report is not spending enough time with their family. To help you avoid having those parenting regrets, here are some things every parent must know. First, know that small amounts of time add up in your relationship with your...
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It’s no secret that many men anger easily when their buttons are pressed. In most cases, the anger is not productive. So with our kids watching, how can we be careful to avoid blind rage? Here are 3 angry dad scenarios and solutions. First, there are the times when it’s no use crying over spilled milk. When your child accidently messes something up, you have a single moment to either get angry or get calm and...
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My family loves a good laugh—and we got much more than that when we went to see the new movie, Moms’ Night Out. The movie does a fantastic job showing the ups and downs of parenting, and the love that comes with being part of a family. So go see it with your family, your spouse, or even some other moms to make it a real, “Moms’ Night Out!” On top of that, our sister program iMOM is giving out some great prizes...
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25 years ago, I had the privilege of marrying my beautiful wife Susan. As I reflect back on the years we’ve had together, I’d like to share with you some of the things I’m grateful for in my marriage. I’m thankful for how Susan and I were able to get through the busy seasons of life without our marriage suffering. Though there were times when we struggled to stay on the same page in the midst of the craziness...
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As I look back on my childhood, I realize the best family vacations we took were ones where we could really focus on one another. Our drive out west to Yellowstone National Park together and our camping trips as a family were great vacations. So here are 4 ways to put the “family” back in your “family vacation.” First, go together. Find a week that works for everyone, then pile into the car and enjoy the ride. ...
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I was having some problems with my TV. The cable technician told me I just needed to reboot the box to clear the line. Guess what? It worked! Well, if you’ve been married for any length of time, you’ve probably been hurt by your spouse. If hurts aren’t dealt with and truly forgiven, bitterness can harden your heart to the point where you just don’t like your mate anymore. Past hurts and disappointments tend to...
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