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BlogMarch 28, 2022

Helping Kids Learn, Inside and Outside the Classroom

By Ryan

I’m the dad of six children aged 3-13. WOW! When did that happen? When I think about the future of my kids, one thing…

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BlogAugust 18, 2020

It is Time for the Fighter to Awaken in You

By Ryan

Picture in your mind an elementary school bully. The one who tease you in front of your friends, spreads embarrassing rumors, and steals things…

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BlogJanuary 10, 2020

Why I Became Semi-Retired, for Life

By Ryan

I always thought I wanted to retire some day. The plan was simple and apparently foolproof: Step 1: Work hard for four decades. Step…

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BlogMay 19, 2019

Be Fruitful and Multiply – Still in Effect, or Just an Old Commission?

By Ryan

Over the last decade, my wife and I have been on a God-driven journey to learn more about the Bible: God’s Word to us. …

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BlogApril 17, 2019

Free 3D paper origami cross craft

By Ryan

My kids are pretty handy with paper crafts.  Recently, my son could not find how to build a 3D cross online.  So he just…

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BlogMarch 8, 2019

Should I Homeschool? A Unique Approach to Help you Decide

By Stacey

Should I homeschool my children? Homeschooling in America is an enigma, surrounded by myths that are perpetuated by people who have never attempted to…

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BlogNovember 18, 2018

13 techniques for feeling human again

By Ryan

Are you at the place in life where you can’t stop browsing social media?  Checking your phone for “updates”?  Communicating over texts? I am…

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BlogAugust 19, 2018

How we bought our second home with equity and no PMI

By Ryan

Are you moving out of your home and considering whether to keep it or sell it?  Perhaps my experience with vacation renting and buying…

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BlogMarch 21, 2018

FREEDOM! from Sexual Addictions & Perversions

By Stacey

Yes, there is FREEDOM being offered! The fact that you are here and reading this proves that there is hope for you – you…

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BlogDecember 19, 2017

Holy Sex! A dim reflection of Heaven

By Ryan

I was born in Wyoming in 1983. As I speed through my 30’s, I recognize I do not have long on this earth. Time…

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BlogFebruary 13, 2017

Sleeplessness

By Stacey

It is 2:02 am. If you know me, you might know that I HATE sleeplessness with a great passion. I would take it so…

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BlogSeptember 4, 2016

Secrets to enjoying your children more

By Ryan

Ever get tired of your kids being around and wish they would just.. give you a break for a few hours, days.. weeks.. or if…

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BlogJuly 19, 2016

“My, your hands are full!” A casual intro to Christian family building

By Ryan

Oh my, aren’t your hands full! Have you ever heard crazy things come out of people’s mouths regarding children?  I sure have, and each time…

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Video blogNovember 6, 2015

God’s Underhanded Gifts

By Stacey

I have been contemplating the topic of God’s gifts lately, and I must say that I have been surprised at some of the things…

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