“Sanctuary” Means Different Things to Different Folks
At a time where so much about the world doesn’t seem safe or predictable, it’s easy to understand why we …
Category Archives: building family connections
Is There Ever Enough “Thanks” to a Great Teacher?
As many of you know, I am a HUGE fan and supporter of Story Corps. (In case you aren’t acquainted, …
A Fathers’ Day Story
I know that I have written about this father/grandfather/great grandfather before. But it’s is a story I love so …
What a Blessing
If you haven’t heard this dad/daughter duet, give yourself a treat RIGHT NOW! Youtube video If you have, maybe take …
The BEST Family Idea in a LONG Time Just in Time for Thanksgiving!
In research done on kids and resilience, that is, the ability to overcome difficulty, researchers discovered an odd connection: Kids …
Some Things Have Changed But BALANCE Remains the Key
Maybe you remember teaching your kid to ride a bike. Many of us began with training wheels. The little guy …
Mrs. Mohrs . . . in honor of a fresh school year
We all had one like her: she wore a little too much perfume, strong perfume; her cheeks were a little …
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 …
Attuning One More Season
ATTUNEMENT: to bring into accord, harmony, or sympathetic relationship; adjust: He has attuned himself to living in the quiet country. …
Re-framing Overwhelmed: See It — Say It
I feel privileged to count Kay Wyma as both a friend and colleague. Kay is as brilliant as she is …
