Welcome back to Henry’s Cabin — where we explore the love of family that drives us, the stories that guide us, and the life experience that forms us. Is there a friend or family member you need to call? This week I discuss:

My intent and a disclaimer about discussing my parenting journey.

Keeping friendships healthy and alive with age.

The power of handwritten notes.

How we need accountability and critiques.

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Most of what we say as parents never comes out of our mouths. 93% of communication is nonverbal — our tone, our energy, our body language. Our kids pick up on our vibe long before we ever speak.

In this episode, I talk about how to charge up your nonverbal communication on purpose — so you don’t accidentally leak stress or frustration onto your family when you walk in the door. I share simple ways to reset your energy:

A quick five-minute parking lot pause

A three-breath vibe reset you can do walking up to your front door

A simple visualization trick to set the tone for your second shift at home

This is real, practical vibe work for parents — whether you’re a first-timer or running on your fourth kid and no sleep.

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Middle grade adventure series updates coming soon!

What’s Inside:

In this episode, I reflect on the life-changing power of live performance—from taking my daughter to a Metallica concert, to watching plays and acrobats at the Renaissance fair, to navigating the noise of AI in kids' lives.

Whether you're a homeschool parent, a creative, or just want to share more real-world magic with your kids, this episode delivers inspiration, practical ideas, and a call to reconnect with what’s human, handmade, and heartfelt.

Takeaway Challenge:

Look up a live event happening in your area this week—whether it’s a play, a concert, or a kid-friendly festival—and go experience it. And don’t forget: you playing music at home matters just as much.

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In the long-overdue episode six, I break down the tagline I’m sticking with for now: Henry’s Cabin, where we talk about the love of family that drives us, stories that guide us, and life lessons that form us. In this episode, I discuss:

- The origin of the entirely too lengthy tagline:

- Whom I seek to obtain parenting advice from.

- Why kids go nuts at bedtime

- Bedtime stories for children of varied ages.

- The need to continue an evening tradition of connection with teenagers.

- Why I journal, especially as a dad.

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It’s officially spring, and we’ve just returned from the Renaissance Festival. This week, I share some spiritual tidbits I learned from a wizard and some general dad philosophies, including managing money and teaching kids to budget. Also, I got a new book!

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Magic is the excited feeling that comes when we see a field of all possibilities. Sometimes, when we intend to protect, we can inadvertently crush that magic in someone. This can happen at any age. I'll tell you a story of cynicism and encouragement as I explain how I strive to be a nurturer of magic.

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In this episode:

I explain in plain English how our brains are rewired.

The two main ways I notice that social media trains us.

How does this affect our relationships, especially as parents?

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In this episode, I discuss:

Christmas cookie withdrawal

My philosophy on bedtime stories

How nighttime reading has long-term effects on a relationship

I give some specific suggestions on books to start with, based on age and personality.

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