DeWolf Family Pictures – Fall ’11
Ever since we’ve met Lauren our family has enjoyed getting our pictures taken on a semi-regular basis. Lauren does a great job with (large) families, especially large ones. This time around we...
View ArticleLabor Day Reflections
Labor Day is one of the staple American holidays, marking the “unofficial end of summer”, but few people know what we’re actually celebrating. A quick look at Wikipedia reveals that the holiday was...
View Article2011 Thanksgiving Top Three
Last year I posted a Thanksgiving Top Ten. Boy, talk about setting the bar high. Don’t get me wrong, ten is a fine number. It was in 2010 and it still is today. But 10 is a daunting number if you...
View ArticleMission, Vision, Values: You’re [marriage is] dead without ‘em
Have you ever stopped to think about the contrasts between your work and personal lives? Why is it that we proactively work to navigate our careers while we fail to navigate our lifelong journey? Why...
View ArticleDon’t make it bigger than it needs to be
Not many people have a strong work ethic these days. Those that do understand their responsibilities, work hard to fulfill them, and go the extra mile when necessary. I have a profound respect for...
View ArticleBack to Rome
In Rome with Tom and John I returned from another trip to Rome this past week, participating in the second annual symposium for the Foundation for Evangelization through the Media. It was great to see...
View ArticleGrowing up is for dad
I’ve always said that the first nine months of life are for mothers. As a dad, it’s hard to get excited about watching an infant sleep, changing dippers, and cuddling. Once they start smiling,...
View ArticleThe world’s first entrepreneur
Think about it. The first creature to strike out on his own - to decide that working for someone else wasn’t an option – was the devil. He decided that working in hell for himself was a much better...
View ArticleWhat are you working for?
Purpose. High performing businesses have it and in his book “Faith at Work: Finding Purpose beyond the Paycheck”, Kevin Lowry explores why you should too. This video offers a preview into both the book...
View ArticleTrue autonomy is not working from home
A couple of months ago Marissa Mayer asked all Yahoo employees to give up the privilege of working from home and make the trip into the office. A vigorous debate ensued and individuals on both sides...
View ArticleThe divisiveness has to stop
America has reached a level of divisiveness that is simply unhealthy. Politicians, the media, and every day citizens of both political affiliations are to blame. We have forgotten what it means to...
View ArticleDon’t be afraid of progress
Who would have thought that the homeschool dad was the “progressive”? Last week Teresa and I received a letter from the junior high school that our daughter is about to enter. After years of...
View ArticleDon’t be afraid of progress (con’t)
Unfortunately, progress has gotten a bad name. The word has been hijacked and many use it to mean a political agenda that encourages leaving moral absolutes and classical values behind. This is not...
View Article4 Guidelines For Asking Out My Daughter
Digital communications are improving aspects of our relationships. I know far more about my acquaintances and long-lost friends than I would without Facebook. I enjoy keeping up with what’s going on...
View ArticleThe Hidden Secret of Debt
In America, we have a real problem with debt. Here's a discussion of the problems that incurs and why it IS a problem.The post The Hidden Secret of Debt appeared first on David DeWolf.
View Article3 Quotes on Work from Saints
With All Saints Day around the corner, here's a look at three quotes from the saints on work.The post 3 Quotes on Work from Saints appeared first on David DeWolf.
View Article5 Tips for Getting Your Husband Home from Work
How do you get your husband home when he has a never-ending workload and a ton more to do? Isn't there a way to find balance?The post 5 Tips for Getting Your Husband Home from Work appeared first on...
View Article5 Ways I Stay Close to Family While Traveling
It's the season of travel and chaos in my life. Of the next five weeks, I'm gone from home for four of them. Here's the list of techniques I use to get the most out of this time and stay close to my...
View Article4 Strategies for Staying Rooted in Prayer
Recently, I was asked how I stay rooted in prayer despite my crazy schedule. When I sat down and thought about it deliberately, here are the four strategies I came up with.The post 4 Strategies for...
View ArticleSometimes Showing Up and Being Present Is Enough
You can parent, discipline, coach, and teach, but sometimes it won't get through. Sometimes, you have to show up, and that's what matters most. It comes down to being present in the most literal...
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