A “Third Thing” for Your Dinner Conversation
Recently I have been talking with parents about Parker Palmer’s concept of a “third thing” to be used in discussions. …
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Goals or Mission Statement?
Experts pretty much agree that people who set goals are more effective at actually getting what they want. If you …
Raised in a Glass Jar?
A man raised a baby swan in a glass jar, but as the bird grew it became stuck in the …
First-Day-of-School Supplies?
I was standing in line at Target today, realizing that Target seemed busier than usual…mostly parents with their kids. Then …
What Do You Mean, “PERFECT?”
Have you noticed that when you ask the average parent what they expect from their child, they often reply, “I …
A BOLD New Realization (a re-run by popular demand!)
I don’t know about you, but I just LOVE to learn new things. Especially things which explain life and help …
E-Cigarettes Pose Dangerous Deception?
Selling a Poison by the Barrel: Liquid Nicotine for E-Cigarettes By MATT RICHTELMARCH 23, 2014, The New York Times A dangerous new …
The Green Bean Queen – Something Fun to Talk About on Spring Break!
“title=”Green Bean Queen”> (I’m posting this again because it makes me laugh and because it’s spring and because we all …
Get Off the Bleachers
So the story is one we’ve probably all seen unfold. The kids are moving to the court; parents are waiting …
Living in the Lap of Luxury?
Toward mid-adolescence, some kids develop an irritating sense of entitlement, especially at home, especially to their moms! “Hey, have my …
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