Category Archives: Parenting

Eggs and the Navy

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Tim

Today, Joshua received a call from a Navy Lieutenant (an O-3, equivalent to an Army Captain). “So, we haven’t heard from you about the four-year Navy ROTC scholarship we offered to you. Will you be accepting it, or should we … Continue reading →

Posted in College, Daily Life, Family, Joshua | 8 Comments

Family Values

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Tim

With our oldest son preparing for college, it makes me wonder: “Have I been faithful to teach him everything he needs to know, to be a godly man?” If not, is it too late? And if I have, am I … Continue reading →

Posted in Being a Disciple of Jesus, Family, Parenting | 3 Comments

A Starving College Student

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Tim

When I was a Freshman in college, I was required to buy the 19-meal plan (per week). As I recall, it was between $700 and $900 per semester, and seemed rather pricey at the time. I lived in a dormitory … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget & Money, College, Joshua | 7 Comments

IXL Blues

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Tim

A few months ago, I was looking for a way to punish my children when they are slack in their schoolwork. I wanted something that would be measurable, tedious and difficult, without taking up any of my time. Key Parenting … Continue reading →

Posted in Homeschooling, Parenting Tips, Works for Me Wednesday | 6 Comments

Renaissance Parenting

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Tim

It always strikes terror into my soul, when I hear that my wife is reading a new parenting book. “Oh, great,” I think. “Another picture-perfect family, another book full of spiritual wisdom, another chance to show me up as a … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting, Tim | 12 Comments