Bitter & sweet

The same week we first published ScreamFree Parenting, my wife Jenny got diagnosed with cancer.

The same month our work with Army families began to expand…

The Best Human Skill

We humans are driven by our emotions far more than our thoughts. Learning to differentiate between…

Love vs. Envy

When I love you, I strive to see the whole of you, so outlier incidents and …

Is courtesy on death row?

I went to a baseball game recently, and my seat was on the aisle. While this was convenient when I wanted food or drink, it also meant I was the de facto doorkeeper to…

It’s Your Time

Well, my son is heading towards his senior year in high school, so it’s time to write him a book as well. I’m torn between two titles, but…

True Job Security

My 20-year-old daughter, Hannah, is working in two internships this summer. These experiences are vital for exposing her to a variety…

My Life is Up to Me! (Ugh)

The miracle of being a human is summed up in….

TBT: Enduring to Endure

I have to admit that it’s been fun, as my teenagers start to launch, talking to them about…

The Declaration of Individuality

For those of us in these United States, Happy 4th of July. We call this Independence Day, for it…

Screen-Free Parenting?

Here in the northern hemisphere, we’re entering the dog days of summer. That means, whenever it’s too hot or too rainy, bored kids will gravitate…