6 Ways a Busy Mom Can Make This School Year Count
My wife, Susan, and I have five children and we’ve learned – sometimes the hard way – a few school lessons along the way. Our kids have experienced every type of school: public school, private school, and home school. And we have experienced every type of learner. In Susan’s free eBook, Every School Year Counts: […]
Top 4 Excuses Kids Make
If you are a parent, you’ve heard all the excuses. Your child may say anything to get out of a chore or avoid stepping out of their comfort zone. In fact, when you were a kid, you probably had a few good excuses of your own. But, as Benjamin Franklin said, “He that is […]
Facebook: Friend or Foe (Part 2)
Yesterday, we talked about how social media, particularly Facebook, has the potential to become a negative influence in your life – unless you take precautions. But, it can also be a positive platform to enhance the lives of others. With just the click of a mouse, you can reach people all over the world […]
Facebook: Friend or Foe (Part 1)
When you hear the term “social media,” what comes to mind? Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram? Maybe you are on all four. You enjoy staying connected with friends and family and keeping others up-to-date on what is going on in your life. However, if you are not careful, social media (just like anything good thing […]
What Your Kids Should Know about Voting and Politics
When it comes to the political process, how much do your kids understand? Do they know that not everyone in the world has the right to vote? Although your kids may be a long way from voting age, it is never too early to teach them how the political process works and what a privilege […]
Am I Pretty or Ugly?
The tween and teen years can be extremely painful, especially for girls. As parents, it is our responsibility to make sure that our kids are equipped with the positive validation they need to face the world. If they do not receive it from us, they will seek their validation elsewhere – and that can […]
4 Tips to Become a Better Spouse
Is your happiness at home reflected in your work? According to Mike Mularkey, the former head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, “…the happier you are with your [spouse], the happier you are on the field.”
