raising boys | Bethany Kaczmarek

July 4th in America: Through Short Son’s Eyes

Posted by Bethany Kaczmarek Jul 4, 2011

Our family spent time preparing for a true celebration of Independence Day. We’ve all been studying the Declaration of Independence and the character and integrity of our nation’s Founding Fathers. What a rich heritage. Today, we spent time in prayer, thanking God–not only for the men who gave their lives to secure the liberty we […]

Short Son’s Mind: A Constant Playground

Posted by Bethany Kaczmarek Mar 21, 2011

At lunch today, the conversation was exponentially better than the meal. Don’t get me wrong. The meal was great. I’m quite the chef. Anyhoo, several of us had cleared out to take care of after-lunch duties, and I sat alone with Short Son, munching on salad. I said, “Hey, of all the things and people […]