One thing that our son Cameron is good at is common courtesies. He’s very good at remembering to say “please”, and he’s nearly flawless with “thank you”, and he’s famous for his, “Wehcm.” (That’s his version of “you’re welcome”, said quickly with an emphasis on the harder “m” sound to end the word.) Not sure…
Tag: Parenting
Real Stuff
I am not a food or nutrition “nut”. (And I can’t imagine I’d ever be accused of being so.) But I do keep moving more and more toward making sure that I and my family are eating actual food. Both because of health, and because of taste! However, there are some holiday traditions (and family…
Special Moments
Some days just have those moments. Today has had plenty. (And not all good ones, mind you.) Jen had a super-frustrating day with (she said) every one of the kids, who just wouldn’t listen to her at all. They only wanted what they wanted when they wanted it. Eventually, she just couldn’t take it anymore…
Mortimer The Frog
Several years ago, I thought I’d try my hand at writing a few children’s tales. I had some ideas and just went for it. Some were your typical light and fluffy kid fare, others were more moral-of-the-story kind of tales, and also a bit lengthy. Then there was Mortimer The Frog. I just remembered these…
On Chick-fil-A… and diversity in general
First, I am not really a big fan of Chick-fil-A’s food. (But my wife really is, so it’s a special treat when we are in Chick-fil-A territory!) Thus, this post is not really about their food, or their fun kid’s meal toys, or the fact that they play Christian music in their restaurants, nor that…
When Life Gives You Lemons…
Or, even when it doesn’t. Lemonade still tastes great. Who doesn’t love a nice, cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer’s day? For a while now our kids have been excited to set up a lemonade stand in front of our house and sell to anyone who might happen by on a warm day…
The Surface Issue
I have discovered a problem here in the Campbell home. It’s quite prevalent, affecting most members of the household. Surfaces abhor a vacuum? I know, I know. That’s not exactly the famous phrase. The slight variation though is definitely true in this home! Is it that way for you? Do you find that any flat…
Children Obey Your Parents
We had an interesting conversation with our teenager the other night. Ian is thirteen. That means he’s officially a teenager. He’s been there—especially in his own mind—for quite a while now, even before the calendar said he was. That’s how he came into the world, actually. He’s usually ahead of the game. And that’s his…
[From The Archive] Feeling Loved, And Lovable
This week’s trip into the Archive will be much shorter than last week’s (sorry about the link overload with that one!) Maybe because there’s been so much to read here lately that I want to give you a break… But probably more because the content of this previously-posted article is beautiful in its simplicity. I’m…
Always Be Thankful
“And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.“ I have recently been reminded of the book One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp. I read the first half or so, and then it got buried…