Monthly Archives: July 2014

Making Personal Changes for Your Family

Posted on July 29, 2014 by familyencouragement

In the first months after I was married I became irritated at Paula.    She was habitually late for appointments.   It centered around her getting ready; I had no idea how much of a process putting makeup on involved! Especially frustrating … Continue reading →

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Living on Purpose

Posted on July 29, 2014 by familyencouragement

This past Sunday was a tough one for me at church.   I’ve been working with our teenagers for a couple of years teaching them and two of my children are in that Bible study.   Our promotion day for the different … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Gratitude in Parenting

Posted on July 21, 2014 by familyencouragement

Last night after church I received a text message on my phone.   It was from my son-in-law, Bryan Webster.   A year ago he and Ashley moved to Houston to start his career as a firefighter.   We miss them terribly, but … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Purpose in Parenting

Posted on July 15, 2014 by familyencouragement

A while back I heard one of my older children telling one of their friends, “My Dad has a reason for everything he does”.   He’s right.   Though I enjoy the spontaneity of life and try not to be shackled to … Continue reading →

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