tips for Raising teenage boys – A Different Perspective
I got a question about raising teenage boys clear back when Max turned fifteen (below). It sure made me think. When I came across this question again the other day…
The Importance of Good Men
I’ve been thinking lately about the importance of good men. I think our world needs them desperately. OF COURSE we need good, strong women too. But for today I want…
Lucy’s First Dance! – MORP
Well, the long awaited and much hand-wrung-over high school dance has come and gone for Lucy. I talked about some of our emotions swirling around when I posted about her…
three ways to help teenagers build a positive self-image
I’ve been thinking a lot about self-confidence lately. Specifically in my own kids. Is every mother out there in this same quandary? Even with adult kids?? I realize I have…
how to trust kids to figure out their own paths
With emergent teenagers, one of my always-biggest questions was how to trust kids to figure out their own paths. Just like my fellow mothers, I wanted the very best for…
10 Ideas for parenting preteens
Ha! Did that title fool you into thinking that I actually know how to manage roller coasters of emotions? Parenting preteens is a challenge for sure. Some days I think I’m doing alright and other days I’m just crossing my fingers! But I’m sharing a few ideas for parents in the trenches.
The Tech-Wise Family Book Review – Technology Tips for Teens
Technology is ruining our kids… you may have read my post on this recently! I’ve been pretty worried about how technology is impacting our society and our homes so I’ve done a little research on good technology tips and resources for teaching our families.
two ways to ponder about raising teenagers and family systems
I’m sharing links to two resources today. Because like parenting books I always try to have close, it’s always great to have ideas to re-work mothering from time to time….
5 Tips for Training Kids to Use Technology
As parents, we are trainers in so many ways. In the beginning, we train our children to talk, walk, eat and smile. It’s crucial that we train our kids to use technology in a way that will help them be successful in the future.