“School’s out. Yay! Summer’s here. Whoopee! Finally, I can do what I want!” Sounds good, but it’s not too long…
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Is it really a vacation with toddlers?
I used to think vacations equaled rest. Sleeping in, curling up with a book, long walks, and romantic dinners with…
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A Mother’s Legacy
Her long white hair was usually tied up in a bun. A twinkle in her deep blue eyes revealed a…
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Encouragement for a Guilt Ridden Mother
I am the worst mother in the world. I feel so guilty all the time. I know better but I…
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10 Hot Tips for Disciplining Toddlers
“My kids are driving me crazy,” a young mother with toddlers said to me. “My discipline methods don’t seem to…
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Raising “Other-Centered” Kids in a “Self-Centered” World
“It’s my ball. I want it now.” “I want that blouse; you never let me get anything new.” “The coach…
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Life Lessons from My Dog
My husband John and I are real dog people. In fact, now we’re on our 5th golden retriever. When I…
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To be a “Miz Edith”
It was one of those days. With five children, ages seven and under, I had a lot of those days!…
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Are Our Kids Overcommitted?
Are you overwhelmed with your fall schedule? Do you feel like you are racing from one carpool to the next,…
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Helping Your Kids Understand Strengths and Weaknesses
Your tenderhearted daughter is in tears again, “Mama, Stacy is so mean. She said I couldn’t be her friend anymore….
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