Note: I’m writing this from the perspective of interaction between Christians. Remind me of The Story, and of my part in it. This is the big thing I need. I need to know that God loves me, I am his child, that he has a future for me and my family. I need to know […]
Five Movies Our Family Loves
A few days ago, our family went to a drive-in theater and watched a double-feature under the stars. It was a fun time with friends and a first for our kids. The movies were Planes and Monsters University. I’m no movie reviewer (as you shall see), but the contrast between the two movies was fascinating. […]
Books for Boys – A Show and Tell
Finding a great book is like discovering gold, yet acquiring such a treasure rarely happens by accident. Often, we must be wiling to explore unchartered territory. We need a plan. To understand the “why” behind the plan, take a few minutes to visit Books for Boys: Why it Matters. Godspeed as you embark on your […]
Resources for Excellent Children’s Literature
“No book is really worth reading at the age of ten which is not equally – and often far more – worth reading at the age of fifty and beyond.” C.S. Lewis We want our children to become lovers of great books. We know we need a plan, but where do we start? I […]
Ode to the Bard
I fell in love with classical music at a young age. By accident. It happened as a byproduct of my environment. Songs from Kool and the Gang, The Police, and Michael Jackson played on the soundtrack of my childhood – right along with Brahms, Hayden, Tchaikovsky, and Mozart. In addition to pop tunes from the […]