Parenting

Breadcrumbs of Joy

How God used Iowa basketball to shape my path — and teach me to hold it in its place

Feb 2 • Ray Craig

Ringing in Wonder

The Thrill and Calm of a Christmas Newborn

Jan 6 • Ray Craig

Waking to Wonder

Grace in Small Interruptions

Nov 9, 2025 • Ray Craig

Hercules at the Crossroads

Self-Government Starts with Self-Restraint

Nov 2, 2025 • Ray Craig

Finding Heaven in Hard Things

Discovering the Joys of Cross Country

Oct 25, 2025 • Ray Craig

Modern Plagues at Our Door

Protecting Our Homes from Technology's Invasion

Sep 21, 2025 • Ray Craig

A Little Fellow Follows Me

Finding Strength in Those Who Trust Us Most

Aug 4, 2025 • Ray Craig

Running Through Walls

Learning to Push Past the Barriers We Build for Ourselves

Jun 28, 2025 • Ray Craig

Beyond the Box Score: The Stats That Really Matter in Youth Baseball

Why Hustle, Heart, and Attitude Matter More Than Hits

Jun 24, 2025 • Ray Craig

The Quiet Strength That Shapes Who We Become

Apr 6, 2025 • Ray Craig

The Will to Win: Why Michael Jordan Is the Greatest

A Lesson from MJ on His 62nd Birthday

Feb 17, 2025 • Ray Craig

Finding Your Passion and Loving the Daily Grind

The First One There, the Last One to Leave

Feb 8, 2025 • Ray Craig

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