The thrill was gone! After downsizing all of our “stuff” for our relocation to Florida, I realized after we settled into our new place just how much “stuff” I now had to duplicate. We had a small outdoor table but needed patio chairs. Being the “sale shopper and thrifter” I have become, I ventured out to Lowe’s looking for just the right chairs. But there was not a “sale” sign … [Read more...]
Family Shift: Teaching Your Kids the Spirit of Giving
Years ago, while on a lengthy family road trip with my wife and three kids, I stopped at a convenience store to fill up with gas and to grab some snacks. I was so proud of our kids. They were so patient and behaved so well that I decided to surprise them with their favorite candy. My son, Luke, who was still in a car seat at the time, loved the candy called … [Read more...]