Don’t worry Daddy!

It’s never good when your kids start a conversation with that line.

Several months ago the girls were asking me how I made the decision when it is OK to go flying and when it is better to wait.  So we got into this long discussion about Risk Management and risk/benefit analysis.  I’ll admit that I might have gotten too deep into the topic for a 6, 8, and 10 year old to understand.  However, they were asking good questions and wanted to know more about why and how I know it is OK to do something.  Apparently most of our conversation sunk in and they have transferred that knowledge into their decision making process.  Here is how I know. Continue reading

Ministry Family Retreat

We have enjoyed a great time of fellowship with other ministry families from around Alaska the past week.  Arctic Barnabas Ministries and Tanalian Bible Camp do a wonderful job of facilitating a time where we can recharge and share with other families from the villages.  The kids look forward to this all year long and are disappointed that the time at the retreat goes by so fast (Mom and Dad are too if the truth be known).  We have been able to make lasting friendships during our time at this retreat over the years.