Supporting parents: Building our own Parenting Village
Supporting parents: If there’s one thing I learned quickly when I had my first child, it was “I need help!” Sometimes I was looking for advice from other
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Teaching our kids how to be happy; happiness is a choice
I want my kids to be happy. I hope that they grow up and do work that they enjoy, feel a sense of pride and accomplishment, have friends
Shine your light in the world–especially on the darkest days
In times of darkness and tragedy it is more important than ever to shine our light and make the world a brighter place. It may feel like we
Teens and drugs–how much influence do parents have regarding teen drug use?
This week my kids (ages 12 & 13) and I went to a Reality Tour. It’s a 2 1/2 hour interactive presentation that provides an honest look at
Date Night. It’s not just for grown ups.
My children are close in age (about a year and a half apart). When they were little, they were typically lumped together. They played together, bathed together, ate
Helping our kids develop a healthy body image; Just say “NO!” to Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers isn’t known for her endearing, loving parenting. She is no Carol Brady, Clair Huxtable, nor Lorelei Gilmore. She’s never been touted for her goodwill and kindness