Practical skills for the years you only get once — from a parent educator who has taught them, and lived them.
I have referred to this sentiment for as long as I can remember. In all the mistakes I have made, I always tried to learn and move forward. I have also believed the lesson I was learning, no matter how painful, would teach me something I would need to know
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So, when TIME isn’t flying, I do remind myself, “And this too shall pass!” My dad would say this to me as I was growing up. It was usually said at a cross-roads or difficult time in my life. During a struggle or painful event of some sort.
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I love that Grandparents are honored on a special day each year. Grandparents fill many roles in their grandchildren’s lives. I am grateful for the relationship I had with my four grandparents. They were very special people in my life. I have so many fond memories and learned so
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School is back in session and it is our responsibility to take best care of our children and help them adjust and get back into the swing of schedules and rules. In one of our parenting classes back in 2003, we asked the question of the children attending the class?
Read moreThe skills change as they grow, but the work is the same: pay attention, stay steady, and keep the relationship intact.
First words for big feelings, and a day with a shape to it.
The window right after school, and work that belongs to them.
Disagreeing in a way that builds. Listening more than fixing.
Staying a partner after they leave, because the work isn't over.
“Lost time is never found again.” — Benjamin Franklin. Every post here belongs somewhere on this line.