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December 6, 2014

The Greatest Christmas Gift You Can Share

by John Salmon
The Christmas season has definitely arrived. I see it in the overwhelming traffic. I hear it in Christmas carols ringing in my ears. Amidst the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping, baking, and decorating, I watch children count down to the “big day.” If you are like me, you love the anticipation of Christmas. Advent...
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October 20, 2014

We’re Drowning Our Kids

by John Salmon
A paper published by the Making Caring Common Project reports that 48% of the 10,000 students they surveyed ranked achievement as their top priority, 30% ranked happiness as their top priority, and only 22% ranked caring as their top priority. A full 78% ranked personal achievement or personal happiness above caring! In addition, 60% thought...
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October 4, 2014

I’m Afraid to Discipline

by John Salmon
I was speaking to a young father about parenting and discipline. He knew his children often misbehaved even when he was present; and, he wanted to learn how to “be a fun guy” while remaining an authority. As we spoke, he made a telling statement. “I have a problem being stern,” he said. “Why?” “I...
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June 21, 2014

A Taste of Heaven on Earth

by John Salmon
Last weekend my wife and I enjoyed the opportunity to attend a wedding. It was a wonderful wedding.  The families of the bride and groom joyfully welcomed one another into their  growing family. An acoustic guitar played quietly as the people gathered. The bride was radiant and the ceremony was beautiful.  A lovely young girl...
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May 12, 2014

20 Family Rules for Social Media…Straight from God!

by John Salmon
Social Media tools have grown faster than I can keep up.  I cannot come close to keeping up with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest while throwing a few pics out on Snapchat. I still have trouble texting. Even more confusing, I often wonder why people choose to post what they post. I’m not the only...
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April 28, 2014

6 Family Priorities to Consider

by John Salmon
I remember when my wife was pregnant with our first child. I was excited…and a little bit nervous. I wanted to provide a great family environment and be a “perfect father.” Eighteen years later I know I fell short on the “perfect father” part. No one does this “parenting thing” perfectly. We all make our...
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April 21, 2014

Family Date Night Tip: Do Not Text and Date!

by John Salmon
Let me say I believe in scheduling regular date nights with your spouse and children. Having a date night with your spouse will truly boost your marital happiness. The quality time and intimate conversation shared on a date will enhance your marital intimacy. And, regular “date nights” with your children will also improve family relationships....
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April 19, 2014

Put Your Children First…Really?

by John Salmon
Children are so important. I know it is an overused statement, but children are our future…and our present. Our children are change agents…in fact they changed our lives simply by entering into our world. They shaped our sleep patterns, eating habits, and priorities. We changed our schedule, our speech, our interests, and our activities in...
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April 7, 2014

Have Fun, Eat, and…What?!

by John Salmon
My family and I just returned from a wonderful visit with my wife’s sister and her husband’s family. While there, we enjoyed dinner with three families. Between these three families, we have 6 lovely daughters ranging in age from sophomores in high school to freshman in college. Add three sets of parents and one grandmother...
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June 1, 2013

My Life Is About To Change

by John Salmon
Please, allow me a slight digression from my usual blog. This is a transitional week for my family…my life is about to change! Yes, the time has come for my oldest daughter to graduate from high school. We are very proud of her. She is bright and intelligent, a lovely person and a talented musician. She...
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