Education. Do it yourself.

It’s college season.  Every week now, I get requests from students.  “Would you please write a recommendation letter for me?  I am trying to get into college.” I always do it.  I like to help.  But, I am always conflicted. College, for me, was a...

Thanks, School.

According to Voddie Baucham, school does a great job teaching at least one skill.  School teaches children to stand in line. My wife and I homeschool our children.  We do it for many reasons.  Reason #1?  Freedom. I pay my taxes.  I understand that, as an American, I...

Financial Peace

Years ago, I read Dave Ramsey’s First Book, Financial Peace. I began to follow his advice. Then I made a foolish financial mistake.  I became a teacher in a private school. Disaster followed.  Eventually, my wife and I went through foreclosure.  We ended up...

Before I am crucified…

On Saturday, I sent out my usual “tip of the week”. This one received quite a response.  Here is what I mean: “Thank you for this!  Just read it to our son.  Tear in my eyes.” “I may have put an edited version of this as my Facebook...