“Calm, quiet, gentle, peaceful…” These are the words that I used to coach my children when they were very little. It’s ok to be excited, but rarely is the extremely radical contest of audible friction something the general public is able to handle. Yet, that reality is common with toddlers. Noise is inevitable. It’s everywhere….
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Spiderman Saves Child from Vaccine
My son, Jacob, is a creative, genuine, and expressive kid. He’s a man grown at 20, but when he was little, he had some major fears. First, was the fear of bugs, any bug, any creepy crawly thing, he was horrified of it. Second, was the fear of vaccinations. Outside of those two things, he…
Naked Zeal
Trying on clothes is something I literally hate doing. I won’t remove my shoes all day just because I like being ready at all times. This is part of my completeness that is tied directly to my peace of mind… and yes, I know that is not normal. So, let it go… When I find…
Twenty Years as a Parent and Nothing’s Changed
Good Spirited Examples! I can count the number of times I have had to discipline my kids with our hickory paddle. Just the thought of it terrified all five of them at an early age. And while my children have all been very different with varying qualities and personalities there has been one common, for…
Patty Cake Reorg
With my fifth child and fourth daughter I found myself thinking it odd to sing “Patty Cake” to her calling her a baker man. So I changed it up and thought I’d share it. Patty Cake, Patty Cake Baker Girl Pit em and Pat em and give em a whirl Throw em in the oven…
The Only Fear in Death is Fear of Life
Sitting here listening to the ringing of my four oldest children as they play together gives me a moment to contemplate the amazing and glorious gift of God of my family. At times I feel as though I am truly the richest man that ever lived. Even in the aggravation of life, I can honestly…