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July 25, 2015

Hard Words for a Strong Family Bond

by John Salmon
Some things are difficult to say. They leave us vulnerable and at the mercy of the other person. These same phrases, however, are often the statements most necessary to preserve and strengthen our relationships with our spouses, children, and parents.  These difficult statements are actually treasures of the heart that we protect with great caution....
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July 11, 2015

Are You a Straight “A” Family?

by John Salmon
Do you want to have a family filled with celebration and joyful intimacy? Start by becoming a straight “A” family. I’m not talking about grades. I’m talking about attitude. A truly happy and healthy family exhibits four “A’s” in their attitude: Acceptance, Admiration, Appreciation, and Accountability. Don’t jump to any conclusions about your standing in...
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June 20, 2015

Mom was Right…Again!!

by John Salmon
Mom was right again. I almost hate to say it, but she ends up right more often than not. She always said, “Eat your vegetables,” and now several scientific studies support her demands on my young taste buds. (When did science start siding with my mother anyway?) A study of 13,983 adults in England suggests that...
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June 13, 2015

Family Homes Filled with Sacred Places

by John Salmon
Our homes are filled with sacred places, places set apart for special purposes. We often take these sacred places for granted. Unfortunately, we disregard the sacred places of home to our own peril. When we neglect the sacred places in our homes, we miss the opportunities they offer for intimacy and growth. We fall “out...
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May 16, 2015

Welcome to the Dead Zone

by John Salmon
Cell phones, computers, and other technology have many benefits when we carefully manage their use. However, technology devices seem to be taking over our lives. Check out  these mobile device statistics I recently read (7 Important Reasons to Unplug): • 84% of cell phone users claim they could not go a single day without their...
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May 4, 2015

A Family Activity that “Does All That”?

by John Salmon
Would you like a great family activity filled with fun? One that gives you and your family lots of fresh air and a little fun exercise? An activity that can help your family grow more intimate and your children more mature? An afternoon activity to bring a smile to everyone’s faces and give each person...
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