The tongue is an amazing muscle. Actually, it is much more than a muscle. We use our tongue to taste and to talk. We may even stick it out in a playful or nasty manner. We can use our tongue to say the most wonderful, funny words or to say terribly, hurtful things. Not only...

Grace Honor

October 22, 2011

Take a Fall Family Vacation

by John Salmon

I recently read a blog from The Generous Husband that talked about taking a vacation. I really liked the blog…and I love vacations. About this time of year, I’m looking for a vacation. The rush of the holidays is around the corner, the demands of homework and fall activities have taken a toll on my rest...

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Celebration Honor

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September 10, 2011

Do I Discipline or Sabotage?

by John Salmon

My two daughters were upstairs arguing…yelling so loud I couldn’t even think. I tried to ignore them and let them work out this minor battle, but my frustration increased with the volume of their voices. Finally, I could take it no longer. I walked to the bottom of the stairs and yelled, “Stop the yelling....

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Family Shepherds

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August 20, 2011

How Do You Use Words?

by John Salmon

Lynn came into my office in tears. After she described her day, I understood. Just listen to the comments she heard throughout the day: “Are you going to eat all that? You really have to watch your figure you know.” “You can’t wear that shirt. It shows too much mid-rift. Are you trying to look easy?”...

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Honor

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June 18, 2011

Rare & Elusive Family Words of Honor

by John Salmon

There are some things you just don’t hear in the sacred walls of home…even though they would really show great honor to other family members. I thought I’d list a few of those rare and elusive phrases today. You rarely hear these statements in a family, but wouldn’t it be great…? “No fair, I...

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Grace Honor

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May 22, 2011

Family Investments As Easy As 1…2…3

by John Salmon

When it comes to making investments, those constant and regular small contributions make a huge difference. Little contributions made to your account on a regular basis add up to huge long-term dividends. The same is true in family honor banking. If you want to grow your family honor account, here is an investment strategy as...

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Honor

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March 13, 2011

Go Ahead and Argue…With Honor

by John Salmon

If you live with your family longer than a day, you’ll probably have an argument or two. You may, like me, work hard to “make” the other person understand your “point of view” (which of course is the right point of view-LOL) during this argument. This approach leads to anger, frustration, unresolved differences, and strained...

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Honor

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February 19, 2011

Going the Distance in the Family Marathon

by John Salmon

Family relationships are an ultra-marathon, not a sprint. Having all the skills and techniques in the world will only go so far unless you develop the endurance to “go the distance.” So, here are a few suggestions to help build endurance and help you “go the distance” in your family life. Slow down to increase...

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Honor

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September 19, 2010

The Power of Words

by John Salmon

Napoleon once remarked that “four hostile newspapers are more to be feared than a thousand bayonets.” Indeed, words are powerful. I always wondered who said that “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” Whoever they were, they were wrong. Words may not break bones, but they can break someone’s spirit. Of...

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Honor

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Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

Family by God's Design

The Tongue in the Family Bank of Honor

Take a Fall Family Vacation

Do I Discipline or Sabotage?

How Do You Use Words?

Rare & Elusive Family Words of Honor

Family Investments As Easy As 1…2…3

Go Ahead and Argue…With Honor

Going the Distance in the Family Marathon

The Power of Words