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Our Kids Can Teach Us a Thing or Two About Taking Chances in Life

September 29, 2015

Last night, my son tried out for his school's 6th grade basketball team. I have to give him credit because I never tried out for any school sports' teams. I don't remember even thinking about trying out for a t... More...

9 Things I Appreciate About My Son on His 9th Birthday

Jay Lane

September 27, 2015

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Today is my son Camden's 9th birthday. Camden is the middle of my three kids and has been a big joy in my life. This year, I started writing down what I appreciated about my kids on their birthdays. It's bee... More...

Why Going to The Home Depot on “Date Night” is Perfectly Acceptable

Jay Lane

September 24, 2015

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If you have kids (and even if you don't), you know the importance of "date night." It's a night where you get out with your spouse, eat dinner somewhere decent and do other fun stuff (hopefully). My wife and... More...

7 Things I Appreciate About My Daughter on Her 7th Birthday

Jay Lane

September 19, 2015

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Today's is my daughter Maddie's 7th birthday. Seven years ago, my wife and I were extremely blessed to have a daughter after two boys. She's two years younger than Camden and four years younger than Ethan. I... More...

My Son Starts Middle School Tomorrow and I’m NOT Thrilled

Jay Lane

August 11, 2015

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My oldest son, Ethan, starts middle school tomorrow. I'm not thrilled about it. Don't get me wrong, I'm excited for him. I want him to expand his horizons, learn and grow as a person. I just can't bel... More...

11 Things I Appreciate About My Son on His 11th Birthday

Jay Lane

April 21, 2015

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Today is my son Ethan's 11th birthday. It blows my mind. I don't feel old enough to have an 11-year-old son, especially since I can clearly remember what life was like for me at his age. It's been quite the ... More...

A Kid’s Laughter is the Cure for EVERYTHING

Jay Lane

March 31, 2015

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Last night, my daughter asked me to jump on the trampoline with her. Typically, I enjoy jumping on the trampoline with my kids. It is hard on my knees (and one heck of a workout) but ultimately, we have a lot o... More...

Is There Anything Better Than a Sunday Afternoon Alone (To Do Whatever I Want)?

Jay Lane

February 1, 2015

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At the current moment, it's cold and pouring down rain outside. So why the picture of the beautiful, sunny day? Because that's how I feel right now. I am sitting at my house all by myself. No wife. No kids. ... More...

There’s No “Me” in “Shoes?”

Jay Lane

January 15, 2015

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My 10-year-old, Ethan, loves basketball. In fact, I've written here several times about him and basketball. It's amazing to see how much he's improved as a player over the past year. This time last year, he was... More...

Kids Say the Funniest Things…

Jay Lane

August 19, 2014

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Last night, I went to grab a snack from our kitchen pantry and a box of Oatmeal Creme Pies screamed out to me. It wasn't because they are delicious either (although they are). I immediately feel nostalgic whene... More...