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  • A Biblical Legacy

    In my conversations about grandparenting, people often ask if there is more to grandparenting than babysitting and gift-giving. Scripture’s answer is definitively, “YES!” Check your Bible. Mine says: Proverbs 17:6  Grandchildren are the crown of the aged. A crown is a sign of the dignity of the person who wears it. Being a grandparent is…

  • A Common Thread

    When our first child was born in Rome, childbirth was definitely “old school.” There were no soft lights, colorful fish aquariums, or meditative tunes wafting through the room. This was brace yourself, breathe deeply, and push through each contraction. My wife’s Italian went a bit amiss, so I translated her “hee-hoo-haa” breathing technique into English.…

  • Lord, Open My Eyes.

    My five-year-old granddaughter, Emma, was spending a much-anticipated weekend at our house.  We had plans for a full Saturday together! We would begin with breakfast out, then visit the library, do some shopping afterwards, and finish the day with a manicure – all the works! We were anxious to get an early start on our…