Parents second-guess many decisions made when their children were young but we all did the best we could. Last night I saw a scary movie meant for children and immediately my thoughts went to Chelsey and Katie. When scary movies became too frightening for Katie she would run … [Read more...] about Trust the Group
Parenting
Vegetarian Parenting – Is it Possible?
I met my husband in college. Back then we had both already converted to some form of veggie lifestyle. I was a vegetarian for environmental reasons (didn't want the rain forest being mowed down to make pasture, etc.) and he was vegan for ethical reasons (he didn't think it was … [Read more...] about Vegetarian Parenting – Is it Possible?
Dealing with Issues Specific to Teenage Boys
When you are a parent of a teenager there are many issues you must deal with. There are also many issues to deal with that are more specific to teenage boys then to teenage girls. If you are a parent to a teenage boy you may be need some advice on how to deal with issues that are … [Read more...] about Dealing with Issues Specific to Teenage Boys
Tips for Parenting Little Boys
There can be so many tips for parenting little boys that are available to anyone who has little boys. There are plenty of advice books at the local libraries or book stores on how to handle little boys. You can also get tips for parenting little boys from your mother or … [Read more...] about Tips for Parenting Little Boys
Gratitude Paradox: Teaching What Works
Halloween is when the first inklings of holiday music appear but Thanksgiving is the true ready-set-go that unleashes the December frenzy. Many parents feel powerless to do anything but go with the status quo flow. Long before families tire of turkey leftovers, children begin … [Read more...] about Gratitude Paradox: Teaching What Works
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to