Intentional Fatherhood Decoding Boys, Expectations in Marriage + Fighting Bitterness (BONUS Interview w/ Justin’s Wife, Lauren Earley)
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Jan 27, 2026 Lauren Earley, wife of Justin Whitmel Earley and mother of four boys, shares a mother’s perspective on marriage and parenting. She talks about decoding boys’ unique ways of showing love. They discuss practical household rhythms, resisting bitterness, timing hard conversations, and relying on friends and faith to keep marriage healthy.
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College Breakup Reconciled In Bamboo
- Justin and Lauren met at UVA and had an early breakup before reconciling in the bamboo between their houses at night. They dated through college, married, and now have a long marriage with four boys.
Help Your Spouse Decode Boys
- Do help your wife 'decode' boys by explaining normal boy behaviors like rough physicality and ribbing as affection. Provide physical outlets (trampoline, rough play) instead of fighting every instance inside the house.
Pick the Right Tool For Their Wiring
- Choose the right tool for the child's wiring rather than your default mode; boys often respond to physical and visual cues more than words. Adapting tools shows love by serving children's actual needs, not your preferences.
