The Journey

Because we started Big Oak Ranch over 40 years ago, we now not only get to meet children of our former residents, but we also get to meet their grandchildren.

Do your children understand that it’s them?

Do your children understand that it’s them?

By John Croyle

What we can learn from Kelly Clarkson.

You cannot fool your child. They know how you feel about them simply by the way you treat them, their siblings, and their friends.

I believe that if you focus on the relationship, it will improve your ability to pick and choose your battles with your child.

Sometimes have to just stop and honestly examine ourselves to see if we are “ignoring” what really matters, and just doing what feels good to us in the moment.

Recently, I spoke at a church outside of Birmingham. As I pulled in the driveway and got out of my car, I heard a young woman’s voice behind me: “Hey, Mr. John.”

What we can learn from the Syrian boy who captured the world’s attention.

Are you making plans in regards to family time? If not, don’t expect it to just happen.

When you’re a parent, there are no off days.