I met a friend in the supermarket and she said, I loved your last piece but next time you write an article it needs to be for kids, teaching them to see the world through their parent’s eyes. I said laughingly, “That would never work!” But she got me thinking and the more I … [Read more...] about Helping Our Kids See Our Point of View
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The Powder Girls and My Little Brother
My younger brother Tony had not seen our mother for many years until I broke the news to him she was dying of cancer. He had been separated from his wife for a time but gathered his wife and daughter and made the eight-hour trip to our mother’s home. I waited anxiously with two … [Read more...] about The Powder Girls and My Little Brother
Morning Stress Makeover
What is the number one thing that people could do at night to reduce morning stress? When my daughters were younger I often told them to pick out their clothes before they went to bed. And they would respond with a halfhearted “Okay, Mom.” And the next morning there would be a … [Read more...] about Morning Stress Makeover
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
Tips for Treating Bee Stings and Insects Bites
After chilly cold winters, everyone loves to be outdoors when the weather is pleasant and light. Kids love spring and summer as they get to play and have loads of fun outside. But as well as bringing in lot of fun and outdoor activities, summers bring insects and bees too. Bee … [Read more...] about Tips for Treating Bee Stings and Insects Bites