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Fight Club – [an experiment in fighting the correct enemy]
My kids are not my enemy. I know this now, but I learned it the hard way. I’ll never forget when my teenage son mockingly and passionately informed me that my parenting skills needed a lot of work—with a cruel emphasis on “a lot.” I’m sure it followed my deliverance...
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Christmas Quiz – [an experiment in folklore]
How well do you know the Christmas story? If you've walked the aisles of Hobby Lobby among the nativity sets, or watched TV at all in your life, you probably have a decent understanding of this historic event. But how well do you know the details? I've been in church...
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The Best Mother in the World – [an experiment in teamwork]
My 10-year-old son asked his brother, “Don’t you think mom is the best mother there has ever been?” (I immediately sensed a hidden motive in that sappy setup.) “Well, I don’t know,” replied the 7-year-old. “It’s probably Mary, Jesus’ mom.” Clearly, he missed the cue...
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Look at Me When I’m Talking to You – [an experiment in expecting]
Look at me when I'm talking to you! How often do you say this? I've said it 3700 times. Just this month. Why is it difficult to get my children to look me in the eyes when I'm giving a (perfectly crafted, well delivered, and rhetorically magnificent) lecture?...
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