One reason why George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, etc etc hits home with me…

The killings of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery are nothing new for black people in America, especially for my family, as we’ve experienced heartbreaking loss like this. The only thing that is new is the murders are being recorded now.

Life After My Heart Attack…The Road to Recovery

[callout]This is part 3 of 3 blog posts that I am using to tell the story of the massive heart attack I had on Thanksgiving Day (2018). If you missed them, go back and read Part 1 and Part 2.[/callout] As I've said time and time again, I am so grateful. However, I did...

I Thought, “I Could Be Dying…”

[callout]This post is the second of three that I am using to tell the story of the massive heart attack I had on Thanksgiving Day (2018). Click here to read Part 1 and Part 3.[/callout] I knew something was seriously wrong and I began to believe it was...
A March Madness Gameplan for Dads Plus a FREE Giveaway

A March Madness Gameplan for Dads Plus a FREE Giveaway

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...

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I Love My Kids, But My Wife Comes First

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....

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How A Basketball Head Preps His Family for March Madness

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...

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200 Posts and A Marriage Book With Your Help

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...

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7 Promises to Help You Get Through Family Issues

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...

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7 Lessons Learned from a Homeschooling Family of 7

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...

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How to Develop a Family Morning Routine

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...

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