Autism Awareness
It is now believed that 1 in 88 American children has some form of autism spectrum disorder, according to a new report released just last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to the report, that’s a 78% increase from just a decade ago. Though... Read More
How to Explain the Unexplainable
A pretty severe thunderstorm rolled across the Texas sky after my sons were tucked into bed last night. Since the crash of thunder and flashes of lightening are common for our area, my children tend to sleep peacefully through the storms. So I was very surprised to discover... Read More
The Awkward Moments of Parenting
Every parent feels some sympathy for their kids when they go through awkward phases. But how many of us thought that parenting itself would be awkward? A friend and colleague of mine, Jeff Brodie, tells parents they need to have the courage to do the awkward thing. I... Read More
Just a Dream
When I was in high school, I remember more than a few conversations with older adults that contained the words “when you get in into the real world…” Those conversations always frustrated me, and to some extent they still do. It seems to me that most of us... Read More
A Supporting Role
By Jon Williams When I was growing up, I always remember how sports played a big role in the family. My dad had grown up playing High School baseball and football and my brother, who is eight years older, kind of followed in his footsteps. My brother did... Read More
Parenting is Wonder-full
Becoming a new parent. Is there anything more amazing? Is there anything more terrifying? Is there anything more wonderful? For some reason the very intelligent people at the hospital give you this tiny being to take home with you, just days after he has come into the world.... Read More
Noah's Story
After several responses to our post earlier this week about Rick Smith and his NoahsDad.com website, we thought it might be interesting to hear Rick’s first-hand account of the journey. by Rick Smith “I’m so sorry.” Those were the first words we heard from my wife’s OBGYN shortly after... Read More
New Years Resolution: Self Control
So you’ve stuffed yourself full of black-eyed peas, cabbage, and fish. You’re bound and determined to solve all the world’s problems this year… or at least lose five pounds. You promise your family and friends to be around more. You have a detailed plan to get out of... Read More
Finding More Grace as a Parent
Everyone thinks grace is a great idea. Who doesn’t want unconditional love? You long for it in your marriage, your kids long for it from their parents. But living it out? Well, that’s another thing entirely, isn’t it? So, how do you become more grace filled? How do... Read More
10 Best iPad Apps for Kids
There are a few more weeks of summer left, which means a few more weeks of entertaining kids. If you have one last road trip before school starts, you and your kids may want to consider downloading one or two of Sam Luce’s recommended iPad apps. We came... Read More