A hammer. . .nails. . .a piece of paper. . . and a church door.  While many of you will be trick-or-treating with your kids tonight. . .today marks a turning point in history known as Reformation Day.  Martin Luther, a German monk, posted his 95 theses on the door of Castle Church in Wittenberg Germany in 1517.  His ideas spread like wildfire and turned the world upside down.  So, take a moment today to learn...

We all know that in 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue in the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria.  And, while there are mixed reviews about his discovery, the name, Christopher Columbus, makes us think of discovering a New World.  So, on this Columbus Day, what new worlds would you like to explore on your life’s journey?  Want to learn to fly a plane?  Get your pilot’s license.  Did you always dream of being a...

Before you get caught up in barbecues and picnics, stop to reflect on the true reason for Memorial Day—to honor the defenders of our American freedom. Many military families received the dreaded knock on the door this year as they learned their loved one died in battle. Let’s remember to honor our service men and women as well as their families. Listen to these words from World War II General Douglas McArthur. "It...

Today we remember the dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. … a man of ministry, peace and vision.  He dreamed of equality between all races.  In 1963, Dr. King said, “I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”  What’s your dream for your kids?  Is it your dream or theirs? Is it what’s best for...

It seems that resolutions are made to be broken. Is it any wonder then, that kids often say parents talk the talk – but don't walk the walk? Breaking resolutions may seem like no big deal. But if our kids hear us make those pledges and then not keep them… we're giving them another example of how it's okay to break your word. Then they might figure it's also okay to violate contracts, or even ignore things… like...

Every family has those moments.  You know the ones…the grownups who just can’t seem to get along when the family gets together for the holidays.  Well, why not take a page from history?  For many years, the Presidential family has been given a turkey for their family meal.  The bird is intended to be roasted, fried, baked or fricasseed, but instead of getting what he deserves, the President pardons the poultry. ...

This Thursday is Thanksgiving Day, and most of us will pause and give thanks for our blessings.  But what about the other 364 days of the year? Try this: every morning, say out loud three things you’re thankful for. I mean it. Even if you’re having a really rough time in your life, be thankful through hardship. If you think about it, there are always things to be grateful for. Your husband. Your wife. Your...