Shhh…I’m walking home with Junior Scrooge and trying to convince him to come by my house to help decorate our Christmas tree. Just as expected, he’s a real killjoy when it comes to Christmas. Here I go…be real quiet and listen in. Yes, you may walk with me, but keep up. No dilly dallying, I’m...

November 21, 2010

Intentional Gratitude

by John Salmon

Gratitude comes easy when life is good, love is easy, and family relationships running smooth. But, when life becomes rushed, love stressed, and family members disappointing, gratitude becomes more difficult. During such times, we must intentionally become attentive of our family and make a purposeful effort to show them gratitude. Why make the effort? Let...

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Celebration Honor

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October 10, 2010

The Sunday Driver

by John Salmon

I got caught behind a “Sunday driver” the other day. Doesn’t he realize that, in the words of Gershwin, we “live life in staccato not legato?” We live life on a freeway, not a country trail. Our days are consumed with rushing from one thing to the next, dodging obstacles in the road, and bypassing...

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September 6, 2010

The Fun Theory

by John Salmon

Volkswagen sponsors a site called funtheory.com (click on images). The “site is dedicated to the thought that something as simple as fun is the easiest way to change people’s behavior for the better.” They have some great videos, like how to encourage people to walk up stairs rather than ride an escalator, how to encourage...

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Celebration

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Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

Traditions…Bah Humbug

Intentional Gratitude

The Sunday Driver

The Fun Theory