Life has a funny way of throwing curve balls. Sometimes I am ready to face an obstacle head on. Other times, the unexpected event knocks me over. My greatest tools for overcoming defeat are determination and resiliency. After years of childhood frustrations, I learned that I … [Read more...]
Emotional Roller Coaster- Parent-Child Relationship Part 1
It has been decades since I took a roller coaster ride. Nevertheless, I can still remember standing in awe in front of the towering structure while I anticipated my turn. Waiting in line only intensified these feelings. After being seated, I would have second thoughts. The … [Read more...]
Have You Considered a Family Retreat?
In the late 1980s, we took a summer family vacation to the Colorado Rockies. Our intention was to take a low cost vacation to a cooler place that had outdoor activities. The trip exceeded our expectations and sold us on the idea of having a special destination or family retreat. … [Read more...]
8 Tips for Student-Parent-Teacher Relationships
Today, I walked by our neighborhood school. I glanced at the electronic sign that was projecting school announcements. I stopped for a second. Isn’t August 22 tomorrow? I muttered in disbelief, “The school year starts tomorrow?” For the first time in 30 years, none of my children … [Read more...]
Safety- A Parent’s Prime Concern
Almost every week, I observe situations where parents are placing their children in precarious situations. Many of these potentially serious circumstances are avoidable. Parents need to take time to assess whether their choices are putting their children in harm’s way. … [Read more...]
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