Facing the unexpected adversities that life throws at us is never easy. I’m reminded of a quote by, of all people, former boxing great Mike Tyson. I’m a sports fan. I like almost every sport there is. I suppose that’s why when I was younger, I wanted to be a sports writer or announcer. Football…
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Entering the world of business
There’s nothing quite like doing something for the first time. For my son, getting his first taste of business was almost more excitement than he could handle, and it was more excitement than I could handle. It started on a Friday as we prepared for a yard sale with my mom and sister. (I say…
My son, guest blogger – the story of Pizza Hut and 1,000 boxes
Today my nine-year-old son sits in for me as my guest blogger. He wanted to tell one of his favorite funny stories. This is one of my favorite funny experiences with my family. It was my birthday. After we opened the presents at home, my cousin, my grandmother, my sister, and my dad, went to…
Bad Movies. Good Times.
Most parents instruct their kids in skills and activities that can help them throughout their life. Art. Drama. Academic programs. Sports programs and exercise. You know, stuff a person could actually use throughout their lives. So what am I teaching my kids? Well, you’ll be happy to know I’m teaching my kids how to appreciate…
Dog’s unusual name causes confusion
In honor of my aunt Shirley who passed away last week, I’m re-posting one of my most popular blog posts. I hope you enjoy. Several years ago, my wife, daughter, and I lived in a small town next to a church, where I served as the youth director. One day, we found a beautiful border…
My son – aspiring mind or mad scientist?
There’s something you should know. My kids are smarter than me. It’s a tough reality to wake up and face. But I have to face it every day. My college-age daughter sits around answering almost every question on Jeopardy (Now named to the cabinet, Steven Chu won a Nobel for capturing atoms with these light…
Join my Fantasy Household Cleaning league
Some people play fantasy football or baseball. They have entire leagues and tournaments they take part in. Not me, though. Instead, I do fantasy housework. I find that housework is a lot easier and less stressful if I don’t actually do it. I have the cleanest house on the block – in my mind! You’ll…
Why Andy Griffith continues to be a TV favorite
Last Wednesday marked the one year anniversary of the death of Andy Griffith. As for many, including myself, the Andy Griffith show continues to be a favorite. I remember watching this show a lot in reruns while I was growing up. And even now, I never get tired of watching it. I think there are…
Leaving (briefly) on a jet plane
Just the other day, I took my daughter to the airport. Now, there have been many times over the years when I’ve threatened to stick her on a plane and send her somewhere one way. But this time was different. This time she was taking her first flight by herself. It was pretty much a…
Dad, can I ask you some more questions?
If you’re a regular reader, you know my son has never worried about what curiosity did to the cat. In fact, if he could find that cat, my son would ask him just what exactly curiosity did do to him. You might be wondering where my son gets all his questions. My only reply is this:…
Holding together the jello 