While trying to create this blog today, I came across this amazing video. So I sat and watched then cried. It is always hard on Father's Day for me personally as my father passed away a few years ago. There are so many things I wish I had said if I had known it would have been the last time I saw him. I grew up daddy's little girl, I always ran to him when my mom said no. Did it work? No, my dad knew better. But I could always try. My dad was such a hard worker, I don't remember a time when I was younger that he wasn't doing anything. When I … [Read more...]
Parenting
Has PARENTING changed all that much over the past 50 years? Along with many other advances in society, it certainly has. Now is a good time to look at the past, the present, and decide on a direction for the future. The practice of parenting needs some attention. What have we missed and how should we proceed? The past thousand years has not been kind to children. Additionally, all child-rearing practices prior to this century included regular beating of children. Children were thought to be born evil and needed the devil beaten out of them – … [Read more...]
Does my Child have a Drinking Problem?
Does my Child have a Drinking Problem? Discovering your child is drinking can generate fear, confusion, and anger in parents. It’s important to remain calm when confronting your teen and only do so when everyone is sober. Explain your concerns and make it clear that your concern comes from a place of love. It’s important that your teen feels you are supportive. Five steps parents can take: Lay down rules and consequences. Your teen should understand that drinking alcohol comes with specific consequences. But don’t make hollow threats or … [Read more...]