I have been told that I am a strict parent, demanding my children to respect adults, inflicting laborious consequences for poor choices, and often taking away privileges for lengthy periods of time.You can imagine my surprise last Tuesday when my 11-year-old son and 9-year-old … [Read more...] about Parenting 101: Creative Discipline
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The Name Game: 5 Things I’ve Learned about Wearing my Mommy Crown as an ‘MTA’
When I first got married and became a second mom to two wonderful kids, I was often asked by my friends, “So what do the kids call you?” I used to wish I could answer back “They call me Mom” or, in Sidney Poitier style, “They call me Mrs. Tillman.” But alas, the short answer … [Read more...] about The Name Game: 5 Things I’ve Learned about Wearing my Mommy Crown as an ‘MTA’
Born Again Blogger – It’s Not What You’re Thinking, Part II
This is Part II of a two-week series titled “Born Again Blogger – It’s Not What You’re Thinking.” We’ll focus on what made me finally make the leap to blogging and you’ll get an inside scoop on what I hope to accomplish. Thoughts? Questions? Comments? Please visit my website … [Read more...] about Born Again Blogger – It’s Not What You’re Thinking, Part II
Best Educational Games for the Discriminating Toddler in Your Life
Games can be a great way for teaching skills to toddlers. While they develop hand-eye coordination they can also learn about taking turns, fair play and other social behaviors. (Though it is important to keep in mind that most toddlers prefer solitary play or playing alongside … [Read more...] about Best Educational Games for the Discriminating Toddler in Your Life
Kids and Bikes
Just like apple pie and ice cream, kids and bikes should go hand-in-hand. I say, "should" because it is a declining phenomenon! Here are the facts: In 1969, 48% of American kids walked or bicycled to school. By 2009, the percentage dropped to 13%. (Source: Momentum magazine … [Read more...] about Kids and Bikes
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to