Parents of adolescents, how many of you enjoy your children's favorite music - if you can even understand it? I realize there are families in which parents and children enjoy the same musical tastes. However, for many,
For anyone who has struggled with the bedtime battle, or any other battle for obedience with your child(ren), check out this story of transformation in my house. I'll be writing much more on the importance of strong,
So, are you joining the masses of people who make annual "new year's resolutions?" If so, you are likely feeling one of two ways about making these so-called "resolutions." You may be feeling really motivated and hopeful, telling yourself
Self-proclaimed "experts" abound. They write books and articles, appear on the news, offer conferences and workshops, and set up websites. Some of these "experts" have a wealth of wisdom to offer, while others are offering up nothing
I was recently invited to speak to a group of pastors and church leaders about dealing with stress, which is frequently a huge issue for men and women in leadership - particularly church leadership. The message seemed
As you know, the name of my website is "hopeforyourfamily.com." My username on a number of different online accounts and communities is "hopemonger." Get an email from me, and you are likely to read the closing line,
Click here or pick up the September issue of Baton Rouge Parents Magazine to read my article on the growing epidemic of "cutting" (self-injury). For the record, the magazine took some editorial liberty with my article -
Some of you have healthy, vibrant, joy-filled marriages that are a great source of security and love in your life. It's not perfect, but it sure is good! If so, please consider finding another couple or two to
Apparently I coined a new term a few nights ago through a slip of the tongue. After making some comments in my Bible study group, a couple of people immediately spoke up, saying they like my use
This may sound like an old cliche, but it represents a deep truth. Whether it's Monopoly, Rook, charades, spoons, hide and seek, checkers, chess, tag, poker, Balderdash, "apple shmear" (see Cheaper by the Dozen), backyard football, X-Box
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