What are the first principles you should put in place in order to build a home.
Keeping our children safe.
What are we missing in our home, that someone else’s opinion matters more than the Truth.
Can’t wait to speak
During moments of change especially big change, use all your senses and greater because the words of a child will not be understandable just as they may not understand your words.
Kidstrive to be treated in a way to foster healthy growth.
Protect and shield until they are ready. One of many roles.
Warning about drugs and substance abuse.
Your body houses your future in it. Everything prepared in advance. So protect it and stay firm on your values. Even the ones others deem silly! Friendships are done in close quarters across long journeys. Be identified by your joy and fixed in your beliefs, humble in the presence of those truly in need but... Continue Reading →
Teen explanation – Changing something that has existed in culture for generations. (Bullying, indifference, abuse, mistreatment or neglect to name a few).
Love is when you see a need to make our world a better place by doing something about it. Greater than Saving one, it’s more powerful to Save two!
Advice on cultivating friends?
Parents do not allow your kids to hide behind you and avoid social engagements. Teach them how to interact, demonstrate handshakes, celebration limits, rough play and stopping points, turn taking and courage.
Play or work first? How to avoid a sore throat!
Well this can be a tough one for parents especially when kids have had a long grueling week. Our children are master negotiators so watch out for the charm. Cognitively it is not easy for a child to go from watching tv and playing video games so it’s work first for sure. Executive management skills... Continue Reading →
Should I take credit?
For the position I hold as husband and partner, father and and provider, teacher and presence? Simon Sinek’s (speaker) message is spot on in regards to what it takes to be a leader. The willingness to take care of those around you and in turn it may be added to you but those that love... Continue Reading →
Help Your Child Manage Traumatic Events
Parents should decide how much information their children can handle. ADAA member Aureen Wagner, PhD, Director of The Anxiety Wellness Center in Cary, North Carolina, offers this recommendation for parents: Remain as calm as possible; watch and listen to your child to understand how upset he or she is. Explain a traumatic event as accurately... Continue Reading →
Teens who want to babysit.
There are plenty of sites that list the things to do to get business if you want to start babysitting. I thought I would create a short list of things for you to become a baby sitter or better. Courses and Certs - First aid, CPR, BLS, recent background check if necessary depending on age,... Continue Reading →
The process to repair a heart broken by failed promises and vows
The repair process