Compliment Character
Years ago my third son, Titus, might have seemed like a difficult child to parent. He was strong-willed, easily upset, and physically curious. He cared…
Category: family
The Real Star of Our Mayad Beginnings Shoot
Last weekend, our family had a photoshoot with and for Mayad Beginnings, the photography outfit of the amazing Mayad Studios (who happened to do the…
Four Days with Nine
When children are obedient it is possible to raise nine of them! This was my realization over the weekend when both my brothers entrusted their…
Dear Dad and Mom
For his graduation from elementary, our son, Elijah, wrote letters to Edric and me. I just received copies of the letters which were forwarded to…
We’ve Never Gone Hungry
God continues to provide for us through the many seasons of our lives. At the beginning of this year, our reserves were running low because…
God Can Make the Most Out of Scrambled Eggs
I still have vivid memories of the evening I met Monique over ten years ago. She waltzed into our bible study, on the invitation of…
Backyard Summer Fun
Sometimes all you need is an inflatable pool and lots of kids, and you have a party! Someday I will miss these precious years of…
A Trait All Gentlemen Should Have
Having three sons offers Edric and I many opportunities to learn about what boys are like and how they develop into men. One thing is…
Fathers and Children
A long while ago I wrote an article called “The Lost Boys,” in reference to men who have grown up without the guidance of their…
We Need An Everyday Husband/Dad
Edric and I were seated at the dinner table the other evening when I asked, “What was the highlight of your day?” to which he…
