This week we discuss the character of Boromir: his virtue, his faltering, and his repentance. Why does Boromir providentially find himself in Rivendell at the forming of the fellowship? What leads to his succumbing to the temptation of the Ring? Why does Tolkien give us this beautiful picture of repentance and redemption in this particular way?

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

ETC Media: https://etc.framer.media/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

Husbandry, in the old sense, is the art of managing your household well, and particularly your marriage. To that end, we discuss the need for husbands to consistently solicit feedback from their wives on how the mission of the household is going at various levels. We also share practical advice about the frequency and content of such conversations and the purpose of each.

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

ETC Media: https://etc.framer.media/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

Husbandry, in the old sense, is the art of managing your household well, and particularly your marriage. To that end, we discuss why husbands must continue dating their wives once married. We also offer some principles for what makes a good date as well as some specific date ideas.

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

ETC Media: https://etc.framer.media/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

Why did God create marriage? What is our purpose in marriage as husbands and wives? How do the Scriptures outline a righteous marriage?

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

ETC Media: https://etc.framer.media/

How is Treebeard a model for young dads in particular? Why, if you could sit down for pints with any character from The Lord of the Rings, should you choose Treebeard? What does being like a tree have to do with the righteous man?

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

Why if you could only give one story to your boys, it should probably be Robin Hood, and also why the Disney version is perhaps the height of cinema. Notable virtues of the Errol Flynn version as well.

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

In light of the recent tragedy of Charlie Kirk's assassination, we wanted to take some time to reflect on how we discussed it with our families. How should you approach these conversations with your kids? What foundation needs to be in place for it to be helpful? How can you make sure you aren't lying to your kids in an effort to protect them?

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

What are the benefits of playing board games with your kids? What sorts of games should you avoid, and what are some of our favorites?

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

We've discussed why you should read to your kids, but where do you start? What are some of our favorite children's books to read and why are the covers always falling off?

Amazon Book List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3FNWPJSPB56J3?ref_=wl_share

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z

Why should you read to your kids, if you love them that is...What stops us from doing this as much as we should? How does reading create a family mythos, and why is that significant? What tips of the trade can help grease the wheels and make reading aloud more enjoyable and engaging for everyone?

Substack: https://pintswithtreebeard.substack.com/

Theme Music by Shane Caver: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6k3RLNvLhsuTtfmd6Jyt8z