Tag Archives: family plan

Boys and Men

I had the opportunity to watch a couple episodes of TV show The Undercover Boss where Executives of large companies leave their corner offices and go undercover as entry level trainees to learn about the inner workings of their business … Continue reading

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A Resolution for the New Year

Originating from the Nigerian Igbo culture “Ora na azu nwa” means “it takes a village to raise a child.”  In the 50’s our neighbors knew and associated with our grandparents, parents and kids of the community.  Kids and families were cultivated with a broad support net that cared for them … Continue reading

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Rites of Passage – Navigation

Ships Compass Do you practice any rites of passage for your kids?  A rite of passage is a ritual event that marks a persons progress from one status to another.  We often celebrate rites of passages with ceremonies such as baptisms, confirmations, … Continue reading

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Don’t be a Lone Wolf

I have been blessed to have a close group of men that made a commitment to each other in 1995 to meet once a year to renew our friendships, hold each other accountable and have fun.   Every year since 1995 we … Continue reading

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Camp Applegate – Never bored on summer break

Kids will never be bored during the summer at our house. Continue reading

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Birthday Letters from Dad

Do you want to make a lasting impression on your kids and give them a gift they may treasure for their entire life?  Do you want to find an opportunity to communicate to your kids that you love them and are proud … Continue reading

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Applegate Family Vision, Mission and Core Values

 In 2004 while reviewing my business plan over a Thanksgiving Holiday I asked myself the question:  “Why would I not apply the same principals that work for planning and leading my business to my greatest priority, my family?”  That day, … Continue reading

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Camp Applegate “$14 Coyote Adventure”

Making memories don’t have to be expensive or planned out. For $14 you can buy a coyote call and make a lasting memory. Continue reading

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Let’s get back to the basics…Gentlemen, this is your family. Lead the way

In Genesis chapter 2, following God’s magnificent creation of the earth, God concluded creation with his greatest and final act of creation.  God instituted the family to rule over his creation as he created man, and from man’s flesh, a … Continue reading

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Creating a Vision Statement

I attended Baylor University and studied Finance and Entrepreneurial Management.  At the time I really had no idea of what I would do when I graduated.  How many know what they want to be “when they grow up”?  To be … Continue reading

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