Learning to say ‘no’
Parents today often are accused of spoiling their children, handing them whatever they want and as a result, giving them a sense of entitlement. I’m sure there have been times when I’ve fallen into...
View ArticleThe art of the apology
Why is it so hard for older children to apologize? Maybe I grew up in a different era, where people weren’t afraid to take responsibility for their actions? Or maybe parents today have just dropped the...
View ArticleOut of milk — again!
Am I the only one who ever notices that we’re out of milk? More to the point, is there a reason why one of three other drivers in the house can’t run out and get a new gallon if they see we need it?...
View ArticleWhen to butt in?
When do your kids learn to speak up for themselves? I don’t remember this being such an issue with my oldest, but there were times it was an issue for the other two and has especially become something...
View ArticleThe lost art of the apology
Everybody makes mistakes, but it’s those who step up and take responsibility for them who earn respect. In my opinion, this is one of the most important lessons a parent can teach. So it’s discouraging...
View ArticleFamily contributions
Division of labor in our house hasn’t always been equal. Some pitch in more consistently and with less attitude than others, but everybody contributes at some point and on some level. Quite frankly,...
View ArticleMom, the delegator
Are you a good mom? I’ve tried to be, but am not sure I’ve succeeded. After getting married and having kids, like many mothers I wanted to “take care” of my family. A good goal, but maybe my idea of...
View ArticleMoving up the parent ladder
Recently my husband and I went to a birthday party for two very adorable one-year-olds. The twin daughters of our good friends, we were happy to be part of their celebration. Like so many couples...
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