March Madness is officially here! I am not sure who came up with that name, but no other month lives up to its name like March Madness. Excitement, emotion, and sheer madness fill this month for many sports fans and their families. College basketball teams are...
3 Reasons I’m Considering Homeschooling as an Option For My Kids
Just like I became the accidental stay-at-home mom, I’m starting to see the title of accidental homeschooling mom might not be that far-fetched. This is a guest post by Christine St.Vil. As a coach and trainer, Christine helps moms across the country feel good and...
I Love My Kids, But My Wife Comes First
My kids hold a very special place in my heart. Very special. But no matter how cute, how much they look like me, or how awesome they are, my wife comes first. Until recently, I thought this was a common mindset. I have learned some parents put their kids first....
How A Basketball Head Preps His Family for March Madness
March Madness is one of my favorite times of year. It just might be the best month for a basketball fan period! I consider myself a "basketball head." I've had a ball in my hand since before I could walk, and still play today. But basketball is a family affair, so...
Putting The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Your Marriage in Perspective
In marriage, you go through good times, bad times, and ugly times. Sometimes it is hard to keep from generalizing your entire marriage based on a particular experience. We have to remember to keep those times in perspective. When you have a bad or ugly marriage...
200 Posts and A Marriage Book With Your Help
This post happens to be my 200th post on this site. After one year of blogging, I have to say I am really excited about what my blog has become. JackieBledsoe.com has become a great group of family leaders looking to better lead their families. A group of husbands...
7 Promises to Help You Get Through Family Issues
Family issues happen to everyone. Sometimes we bring them on ourselves. Other times they happen through no fault of our own. Our family has had one of these experiences this week. I have to admit it has been a long week. If you are following me on Twitter, or...
7 Lessons Learned from a Homeschooling Family of 7
Homeschooling our three children has been challenging! Well, I recently read about a homeschooling family of seven. We have been homeschooling roughly four years, this family has been homeschooling 21 years! We have a lot to learn, but we also have a lot to look...
How to Develop a Family Morning Routine
My morning routine is very important to me, and my family. When I start late, start without a plan, or allow something to interrupt the first part of my day it rarely turns out well. I read a post by John Saddington today called "Protecting My Mornings". In the post...








