It’s been said many times, that laughter is the best medicine. But this old proverb is more likely referring to our everyday lives and not just when we have fallen ill. It implies that in general laughter is a healthy thing for both mind and body. If that’s true, then why are … [Read more...] about Learn to Laugh Like Your Children
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Developing Your Child’s Motor Skills Through Coloring
Fine motor skills can be defined as those small muscle movements that occur in the finger, in coordination with the eyes. Teaching fine motor skills is similar to teaching other skills namely because the instructor must always try to be patient and understanding. It is important … [Read more...] about Developing Your Child’s Motor Skills Through Coloring
Really Great Themes For Decorating Your Son’s Room
When you decorate a boy's room, you have to be careful not to overdo it. As moms, we get really excited about doing things and tend to overdo it. Boys are as fussy as we are about how their rooms are so you have to find exactly what he wants and what he would really like in his … [Read more...] about Really Great Themes For Decorating Your Son’s Room
Even More Great Grad Gift Ideas
Graduation is a celebratory time, and usually it is customary to give the graduate a gift. What you give them will depend on what they are graduating from. However, the following are a few great graduation gift ideas: Money: Whether someone is graduating from high school, college … [Read more...] about Even More Great Grad Gift Ideas
Storytelling Is The Glue
“Remember that old story Daddy used to tell about taking the boys snipe hunting?” Family stories are the glue that sometimes carries us through the most difficult of times. We all have them – your grandparents, uncles and aunts, your cousins and siblings— all know and … [Read more...] about Storytelling Is The Glue
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to