Are You Ready To Party With Your Teens This Summer?
When my children were young, I had a friend whose children were mostly all college aged. She shared with me that she very rarely said…
When my children were young, I had a friend whose children were mostly all college aged. She shared with me that she very rarely said…
Yesterday, I sent my son to school in tears. So much for “Mother of the Year” award. At 7:30, he realized that he did not…
“This past Sunday was brought to you by autism.” That’s what my forehead should say. Sunday. That word used to evoke scenes of friends and…
My children range in age from elementary to middle school to high-school. A few nights ago I was awake during the middle of the night…
I’m shocked. And few things shock me when it comes to the topic of sexuality. My publicist just sent me a journalism query. She sends…
It is not beauty, education, accomplishments, material possessions, health or significance that will ultimately matter. Each of these can disappear in a second. Our kids come into the world packaged uniquely. You may have one who scores 2400 on her SATS but you may also have a downs syndrome child who will never complete school. Is one more valuable than the other? Your child may be homely, shy, and a very average student. In the world’s eyes he may never be a success. But if nurtured properly he may develop a compassion for others that is life changing and life giving.
Moms, Lets Counter the Trend of Our Girls Feeling Inferior! As a mom of an almost-12-year-old daughter – and a social researcher who has extensively…
Your tender-hearted daughter is in tears again, “Mama, Stacy is so mean. She said I can’t be her friend anymore. She likes Amy better than…
“Teens” is not a typo. I’m not talking about reading to toddlers, although I could write passionately about the value of reading to little ones. Today…
I recently read an article that discussed a disturbing social phenomenon that “pretty” is no more, now it’s all about being “hot” – and sadly…