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Ryan

Ryan and his beautiful bride Stacey are the parents of six amazing, energetic children. Ryan is a veteran web application developer and a classically trained pianist. He is passionate about sharing with others his love for Jesus Christ, parenting and entrepreneurship.

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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Tattooed man praying
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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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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Vacation rental deck
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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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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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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