7 Shocking Pet Nutrition Standards Every Dog Owner Needs
Ever wondered why some dogs thrive while others constantly battle health issues? As a father of six who’s also responsible for our family’s furry members, I’ve learned that what goes in their bowl dramatically impacts their quality of life. 🐶 Not everyone will agree to what is healthy and what is not when it comes…
New Homeowners: First Looks
There’s no greater feeling than purchasing a first home. Walking around the perfect home, looking into rooms picturing where a future child will be, or fantasizing about that theater or man-cave (I still lack this…too many of the former). However, it comes with feelings of anxiety and questions as well. How do we maintain this…
🏠 25 Genius Home Cleaning Tips for Large Families
Let’s be honest – nobody has ever said, “I can’t wait to spend my Saturday deep cleaning the house!” If they have, I question their mental state (and secretly want to know their secrets). After two decades of marriage, six children, and countless experiments with everything from store-bought cleaners to DIY concoctions that nearly dissolved…
Music Tastes: 7 Spectacular Insights from a Band Geek 🎵🎺
As a father of six with decades of musical exploration, I’ve witnessed firsthand how our connections to music transform over time while creating lasting family bonds. These are the essential lessons I’ve learned about how music tastes shape our identities and relationships across generations. My Musical Beginnings: The Soundtrack Years 🎬 When I was a…
7 Essential Family Fishing Adventures Everyone Should Try 🎣
When it comes to family fishing adventures, I really don’t see enough people doing it. Some believe you require a specific skillset or even need to be a certain “type” (i.e., outdoorsman) to be successful. This is absolutely untrue because I am far from either, nor are my children. My wife, Jackie, spent her childhood…
7 Positive Mindset Habits That Transform Your Life ✨
Let me tell you something that took me twenty years of marriage, six kids, and a military career to truly understand: your mindset isn’t just some fluffy self-help concept—it’s the engine that drives everything else in your life. 💪 I used to roll my eyes at positivity talk. Thought it was for people who hadn’t…
Responsible Pet Ownership: 10 Truths Every Family Should Know🐶 🐱 🦜
Introduction: The Joy and Responsibility of Pet Ownership 💖 Responsible pet ownership…oh boy. Noone wants to talk about it. But, nearly everyone wants to get the pet. They’re cute, cuddly, and for many people, offer as much satisfaction as having children. Now, this isn’t saying all pet owners are terrible owners. Stay with me here….