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Parents can “ask nicely” too!
Parenting
By Fran Hendrick, PCC
There are some people in our lives that we just love doing things for.
When Aunt Jane calls and asks for computer assistance, it's a pleasure to give her the answer she needs; more than she needs, in fact. You might even find yourself calling her back to make sure everything's working for her.
The Family Car Trip
Parenting
By Jennifer Redmond
Did your heart skip a beat when you read the title above? Was it fear or excitement that quickened your pulse?
Before I launch into my point here, I must make a confession. Shortly after the birth of our third child, the mere thought of a family vacation made me announce to my husband that we were NEVER going anywhere ever again. Period.
Wanted: Good Sports
Parenting
By Jennifer Redmond
Spring brings ‘em out. I’m not talking about daffodils, gnats or ambitious gardeners. What’s multiplying in communities across the country are children’s sports teams led by energized volunteer coaches, their enthusiastic fans marching beside them toting lawn chairs and sunscreen.
Teaching Teens Life Skills
Parenting
By Jennifer Redmond
You had glimpses of it when he was a baby. Wearing a bright yellow bib with “Mommy’s Little Darling,” screened onto the front, he holds his spoon in a chubby fist and eagerly awaits his bowl of cereal. Next thing you know it, the bowl is on the floor, cereal is in Junior’s ears and you’re on your hands and knees wiping up a mess
Fostering Communication
Parenting
By Donna Evans
Communication has changed drastically since we mothers were children. Cell phones, text messaging, instant messaging, these technologies have increased the ease with which we exchange information. Yet parents still struggle to communicate effectively with their children. How can parents and children better communicate?
