Raising Children
Find a lifetime career that brings you joy and satisfaction and let your kids know of the joy that you receive from your profession.
While making a living and putting food on the table is a necessity and fulfills the basic level of human need which is safety and security, finding work that brings…
Read MoreInvolving children in problem solving – Part 3
Certain issues within a family are problems that are not appropriate for the entire family to discuss. But, when life challenges arise that are affecting the every day activities of…
Read MoreLazy Daisy Cake
Grandmother Ebert (my father’s mother) This is an easy cake to make and the ingredients are usually readily available. I love to cook—and I love to cook things from scratch.…
Read MoreLet your children be a part of the resolution process when problems arise – Part 2
Last week, I addressed the concept of facing problems openly and allowing your children to be a part of the resolution process. I’d like to continue that thought this week.…
Read MorePeanut Butter Cookies
Dorothy Hetrick (my beloved aunt) Here is the best recipe ever for peanut butter cookies. You can use either set of measurements listed below, depending on how many cookies you…
Read MoreTell your children of your problems and let them join in the resolution process.
Life is not void of problems. Everyone and every family has problems. The key to success in relationships, families and businesses is to face problems head on and work to…
Read MoreLessons from my Mom
I’m writing this piece on August 25th. Today would have been my mother’s birthday. Our precious mother died from complications following surgery in 1991 at the age of 65. While…
Read MoreI’m Not a Normal Mom
I’m not a “normal” mom. Oh well, my kids are far beyond normal!
Read MoreQuote of the Day – August 2
Never be so unavailable that your significant other or your kids have to say, “Doesn’t anyone ever listen to me?” When you are with them, focus on them. Be there.…
Read MoreStress Quality of Time Rather Than Quantity
FOCUS! PAY ATTENTION! Don’t you hate it that I have started out this recommendation with the word attention?
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