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Category Archives: Single-Parenthood
The Sins Of The Parent(s)
There’s a sect of folks in Christianity that believe in what is called “generational sin”. In this view, God visits the sins of parents on their children without the child having committed such sin. An example of this would be … Continue reading
Posted in Bible Study, Passionate Observations, Single-Parenthood
Tagged character, children, fatherhood, God, grace, Jesus, parenting, perspective, sacrifice, single-parenthood, singleness, step up, truth
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Parenting: Humility & The Village
Let me start this post with a confession: I am not some parenting expert, nor am I a particularly great parent! I will accept that I am a good parent, but I don’t want anyone to believe that I’m some … Continue reading
Posted in Passionate Observations, Single-Parenthood
Tagged God, humility, it takes a village, parenting, perspective, single-parenthood, worldview
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When Life Sucks…Check Your Lenses!
Have you ever worn glasses? Maybe they were sunglasses, or prescription glassed, or maybe prop glasses for a performance or that “perfect touch to a look.” Whatever glasses they were, didn’t you just hate when you had a smudge on … Continue reading
Posted in Single-Parenthood, Uncategorized
Tagged attitude, breathe, God, grace, know Jesus, loneliness, love, perspective, sacrifice, suffering, trials, truth
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The Art Of Raising Adults
(This post is longer than my usual posts; given the topic, being more brief felt disingenuous and unclear.) Parenting is unique. In many aspects of life, one improves or atrophies. In one’s career, one advances or changes careers. But in … Continue reading
Posted in Observations, Single-Parenthood
Tagged attitude, children, love, parenting, perspective, single parenting, single-parenthood, truth
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Fatherhood…Is It Worth It?
A friend recently asked me this question, and honestly, I’d never thought about it. My default response was always, “Of course!” But he knows much of my story and was wanting a more considered response. “With all you’ve had to … Continue reading
Posted in Men, Random Musings, Single-Parenthood
Tagged babies, children, fatherhood, parenting, perspective, single Dad, single fatherhood, single parenting, single-parenthood, truth
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Loving While It Hurts
Hollywood lied to me! That’s likely no surprise to anyone! However, it is a regular event for me to realize that I bought some Hollywood lie! And it’s annoying to find I did so! In this case, I bought the … Continue reading
Posted in Random Musings, Single-Parenthood
Tagged character, children, love, parenting, sacrifice, single parenting, suffering, truth
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My Life Motto
Recently, I’ve found a few folks have really benefited from this tidbit. Consequently, I’m posting it here for the benefit of those who might be reading here. In becoming a single-Dad, and since, I’ve found many times when I’m faced … Continue reading
Posted in Random Musings, Single-Parenthood
Tagged Jesus, perspective, single-parenthood, spirituality, truth, worldview
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Discouraged by Challenges
I’m told my Nana had a saying that went something like this, “Discouragement is an opportunity for His Encouragement!” Smart lady! In fact, having never met her, I can still say that my Nana was quite a smart lady due … Continue reading
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Tagged fatherhood, love, parenting, perspective, single parenting, single-parenthood, suffering, truth
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Heartfelt Mind-Meld: An Ending…Dream!
Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith, it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.” (empahsis mine) Dream. To be honest, I just don’t dream … Continue reading
Posted in Single-Parenthood, Uncategorized
Tagged Christian, divorce, dream, heartfelt mind-meld, Jesus, risk, single Dad, single fatherhood, single parenting, single-parenthood, singleness, truth
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A Heartfelt Mind-Meld: Confessions…
You know, the Bible says we are to confess our sins, one to another. But this is a bit of a different confession. I started this blog as a place where all my nerdy observations of life, things God placed … Continue reading