You Just Never Know
By Dana Bailey So many times in our life we have acquaintances and that is all they ever are…just people you know of, but not about. We watch others around us; how they live, how their children behave, how they…
By Dana Bailey So many times in our life we have acquaintances and that is all they ever are…just people you know of, but not about. We watch others around us; how they live, how their children behave, how they…
As the holidays approach and we seem to start carrying more on our ‘to-do’ lists and our days are crammed fuller, the stress level for moms can go through the roof. This morning I was responding to a mom’s reflections…
By Natalie Chandler, MA, LMHC, LCAC Unfortunately, for so many people, just hearing the words “Christmas” or “Holidays” produces stress and anxiety. It is definitely the busiest time of year, filled with things that can create anxiety and stress. There…
We all want kids that show respect and are mindful of their actions with others, but when does that begin to matter? Do you wait until your child embarrasses you at a party and does not give appropriate ‘thank you’…
This post originally appeared on the Family Life Blog in December 2010. It seems to always be an area that families struggle with – getting out the door in the morning. So here is an encore presentation to refresh your…
This past weekend I hit a personal goal of mine – to complete a half-marathon. I traveled several hours from home, along with my family who wonderfully support me and are my biggest cheerleaders to compete in the Girlfriend’s Half…
Isn’t it strange as parents we often find ourselves reacting the same way to behavior over and over again, yet we are hopeful that ‘THIS TIME” it will magically bring about a different result? I talk a lot about controlling…
Written by Lori Byerly Growing up I spent a lot of time “looking forward to.” I looked forward to starting school. I looked forward to getting that new bike. I looked forward to braces (what was I thinking?) and being…
Written by Pasha Lubeck It’s that time of the year again. Summer is over and the kids are back in school. With classes in full swing, this means tons of homework, projects, exams and various activities. Like adults, children also…
By Tamara Wilhelm, MA, LMHC, LCAC One of my favorite things to do is listen to my husband’s grandparents tell us stories about things they’ve experienced in their life. One of the stories that sticks with me the most is…