“True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” –C.S. Lewis Humility has been playing a major role in my life this year. Humility is lowly and meek on the outside but courteous and respectful throughout. Humility puts others first. Maybe … [Read more...] about 4 Home Grown Humility Lessons
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Mom’s Enjoyment ABCs
1. A is for AnswerOne of the things that annoy parents is when their children ask a million questions. If you do not want it to be two million, then answer their questions right away. You will find your children are far more enjoyable, and you enjoy being a mom more when you pay … [Read more...] about Mom’s Enjoyment ABCs
Need to Know: College Trips
If you and your child plan on making a few trips to colleges to help decide which college would be the best choice then you need to think about a few things. What this means is that you don’t want to just jump in the car and grab your kid and take a road trip, you actually want … [Read more...] about Need to Know: College Trips
Tween Role Models: Skanky or Appropriate?
A tween should choose role models carefully, and thus, the parents of a tween should be observant about who their tweens model themselves after. Many of today's top tween role models are much to skanky. They give tweens the wrong message about their body, sexuality, what is age … [Read more...] about Tween Role Models: Skanky or Appropriate?
Why You Need to Talk to Your Kids About Alcohol
Many people decide to just let the school handle the important talks. It is a huge mistake. Children are often influenced by friends and people on television instead of the people who are supposed to be teaching them. You are the person who is supposed to handle all the … [Read more...] about Why You Need to Talk to Your Kids About Alcohol
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