Currents June 2022
This month’s tenet focuses on the irreplaceable role of fathers as well as building interdependent relationships with the men in our lives. I am touched not only by the gift…
Fathers of the Fatherless
There I stood as a young girl at the age of four, sobbing as I watched my father leave again. It always felt like forever until I saw him again,…
Pray for Dad
Years ago, I taught a group of 11-year-old boys which included my son. They were energetic; they captured my heart. One lesson in the course focused on teaching these young…
The Irreplaceable Impact of Husbands and Fathers Illustrated in Disney’s Encanto
Last month we had a “sick day” at our house, and I snuggled on the couch with my son (and his pile of more than a dozen pillows) to watch…
Distinctly Dad. A film by Johnson & Johnson
We’re sharing this video because we do believe that Dads are so very important and irreplaceable. Enjoy!
The Power of Three
The power of three is significant.Throughout history its significance led many to believe three was the “magic number.” In ancient Greece, three was the “perfect number,” the “number of harmony,…
Creamy Memories
When I was a little girl, I somehow became aware of memories. I was interested in the idea of memories and how to make them. I read about how characters…
A Strong Hand and a Gentle Heart
When I was born into my family my parents didn’t know they had given birth to a very strong-willed and independent female. Those traits have served me well as I…
The Irreplaceable Role of a Father
Just over a year ago, our 37-year-old son had a massive heart attack in the middle of the night. Luckily, he and his wife were up decorating for their 4-year-old…
He is the Legend; I am His Legacy
On Tuesday, December 8, 1992, a young Idaho farmer spent his 33rd birthday in a labor/delivery room. He was cheerfully filling out Christmas cards while his wife was in labor. …