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Blog postIt’s said that it takes a special kind of person to become an entrepreneur, one that is filled with ideas, drive, passion, and that desire to succeed and follow-through on their ideas. Of course, it all sounds very romantic when you put it like that, but in reality, the life of an entrepreneur isn’t a cakewalk. It’s one that is filled with hard work, constant determination, the ability to overcome obstacles, and the flexibility to change course and adapt when needed. So are there any secret t
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Blog postI’m taking a total departure from some of my usual topics to focus on something that is a big ingredient in being an interactive Dad AND something that has surprisingly become ‘close to my heart.’
Being a fashion Guru.
First of all, to clarify: I’m colorblind. So if I can enter the fashion realm as a Dad, then you DEFINITELY can. I’m not so good at matching clothes. In fact, when I was in college dating this hot girl that ended up becoming my wife; I’d -
Blog postThis movie came across our desks recently and we felt that we should share it with our audience. It’s perfect for homeschooling families, those who love politics and history buffs! It’s a new way to look at the Cold War – through the lens of faith! Check it out. -The Radiant Lit Team
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Launching in theaters with a one-night-only Fathom Event on November 6, THE DIVINE PLAN shares the captivating parallels between the lives of President Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II. -
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Blog postAfter many long days the kid has climbed to the top of the mountain to reach the mystic guru of all knowledge: The Dad.
The kid has journeyed past the Forest of Despair, through the Pits of Insecurity, and has taken the arduous climb over the Boulders of Persistence. All to reach the top, and ask the question; the question that burns most deeply in the souls of all children:
“How do I make blueberry muffins?”
The great sage of all time, The Dad, breaks his -
Blog postI’m not a very complicated person. I like simple things; things nice and easy. Occasionally I will do a crossword puzzle, but beside that, I enjoy the simple life.
On the other side, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage is very complicated. Just when I have everything figured out, I find another side of her that I did not know was there.
I suppose that is what married life is all about; year-by-year discovering new aspects of your spouse.
I am very simple minded when -
Blog postOver the last several years blogging has become the foundation for social media campaigns of businesses big and small. Where Facebook and Twitter help keep companies in the limelight, spreading the word about special events, discounts and newsworthy items, blogs are the place where companies build their reputation and make sales. As popular as blogging has become, I often hear from home-based business owners who are trying to figure out exactly what a blog consists of and how they can use one
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Blog postIn our house, thunder has a variety of meanings. Some not as good as others, but that is another story. Either way, I am not a fan of thunder.
Recently, some heavy thunder visited our area along with rain and lightning. I was beginning to understand how Noah felt during his first night in that Ark. Some of the thunder was so loud it seemed like it was inside our house.
Thankfully, I lost my heebie-jeebies a long time ago.
All week long the rain came and with -
Blog postOne of the hats I wear — other than Dad, or Writer Extraordinaire; is Pastor. I am the Life Care (aka ‘Counseling’) Pastor at a mega church in West Virginia.
I usually keep a low Pastor profile; I don’t travel in a bubble-mobile, wear robes, or douse anyone with holy water (exception: vampires), but periodically I get tagged to do something pastorly — like preach. One of those times is coming up, so of course I chose a topic that fits well with Doing the Dad Thing.
I’ll p -
Blog postBeing a master entrepreneur is about much more than knowing how to run a business. The most celebrated entrepreneurs in the world have worked tirelessly to get to where they are today and will have developed a wide range of skills in this time. If you have aspirations of being a master entrepreneur and taking your business to the top, then it can be hard to know where to begin, but there are a few steps to take which will put you on the right path and could help you to find success. It can be
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Blog postIf you’re a work-from-home mom or want to start using more flexi-time to look after the kids, you will need a space that allows you to be productive. You may have heard other parents claim that working from home is impossible. However, if you sit in bed with the television on – then of course concentrating will be a struggle. If you want to create a home space that also works as an efficient office, here are a few aspects to consider.
Fix the big issues first If you are dy -
Blog postPublicity. It is often the forgotten marketing method to increase brand visibility. So how can you use publicity to effectively increase your presence in the marketplace?
Here’s some ideas to get you started.
1) Find out what your needs are in the community and apply your gifts, talents, and donations. Look for sponsorship opportunities where you can support great causes while at the same time bring brand awareness to a wide audience. Christmas time is a wonderful time to -
Blog postWe often hear about “seasons of life,” especially when something tough happens in our life. As the years go by, I am also noticing what I like to call “seasons of finding myself.” This applied primarily to times in our life when a major shift has occurred, and we must readjust our view of ourselves – our identity – into a new normal.
Some of these major life shifts may include:
Becoming a wife Becoming a mother New life-stages of motherhood (infants, toddlers, elementary age, twee -
Blog postOne pleasure the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and myself enjoy is going out for a quiet dinner together. It does not happen often, at least not often enough. When it does, it is always a delightful time and we try to take advantage of it.
The delight on my wife’s side is that she does not have to cook the meal and then clean up afterwards. I have offered to help clean up, but only once and I am now forbidden to get anywhere near the dishwasher. And, for good reason.
Once -
Blog postSometimes people will ask me how I am effective as a counselor. I wish they would ask with wide-eyed wonder, or awe, or with groveling and pawning like Wayne & Garth in Wayne’s World.
(Yes, I know some of you reading this have not seen the comedy classic of Wayne’s World. If you watch it in response to this reference, e-mail me your personal review of the movie)
It would be nice if people came up and gushed: “I heard that you were a ROCK STAR Counselor!&n -
Blog postMany companies often develop various guidelines for their employees to adhere to, which can range from social media policies to payroll and overtime procedures. However, few fail to establish an ethics policy, which clearly sets out a code of conduct for the brand and staff to adhere to each day.
If you want to create a policy of your own, here are five ways to run an ethical business.
Set Core Business Values
Core business values will set interna -
Blog postLike many people, I try planning and arranging my week so I can accomplish as much as possible.
For example, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage on Monday morning hands me her “honey-do-list” to complete by the end of the week. When she hands it to me, I smile and underneath that list I have concealed from her my “to-do-list.”
It is not that I ignore her list… well, maybe I do. But, I don’t do it on purpose… well, maybe I do.
I have a priority with my “to-do-list” a -
Blog postThere are no shortage of worries when you become a parent, but the majority of them boil down to one simple objective: keeping your child safe. As your child gets older and more independent, it is critical to teach your child how to keep himself safe when you are not around, both for his safety and your sanity. Here are a few ways to build those good habits.
Teach Your Child to Notice the Details Encourage and nurture a mindful, observant attitude in your child. It’s all too easy to g -
Blog postIn our world today, it is difficult to find anything good, let alone anything good to say about anything or anyone.
One thing I like about the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage is that she can find some good in just about everything. Sometimes it just rubs me the wrong way.
I, on the other hand, have a hard time finding good in anything even though I try so hard. That just demonstrates the difference between us. They say opposites attract, and so we have a very strong attract -
Blog postI got fired by MOPS.
The local Mothers Of Preschoolers group that meets at our church asked me to speak this week about technology regarding kids. Then, I was told that a local female psychologist asked to speak on the topic this week . . . so I got bumped.
I was replaced by a female. Gender discrimination is REAL people.
This is just online kidding. They were really nice about it and I understand that I am, in fact, a dude. I hav -
Blog postI have never been able to think of the day as one of mourning; I have never quite been able to feel that half-masted flags were appropriate on Decoration Day. I have rather felt that the flag should be at the peak, because those whose dying we commemorate rejoiced in seeing it where their valor placed it. We honor them in a joyous, thankful, triumphant commemoration of what they did.
– Benjamin Harrison
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So You Want to Be a Work-at-Home Mom: A Christian's Guide to Starting a Home-Based Business
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