6 Ways to Help Your Kids Pursue their Dreams
As moms and grandmas, we have such an opportunity–in our words, our tone, our actions–to help our kids’ dreams grow from tiny sparks into flames.
Read More »Guest Posts
Grandma Garbas Didn’t Fit the Mold
When I hear the word grandma, I don’t picture a rosy-cheeked, sweet, little, white-haired lady. My mind conjures a devilish grin and hands wrapped around a glass of rye.
Read More »Parents vs. Grandparents: How to Find Balance
Grandparents are important in children’s lives. The best grandchild/grandparent relationships are those that are encouraged by the parent, who then steps back and lets them unfold.
Read More »Questions to Get Your Kids Talking
What’s really going on when your kids are at school? When I ask my kids about how their day went, how do I get them to say more than “fine” or “good?”
Read More »How to Create Your Own Top Ten Toy List
Everyone has seen those lists of Ten Hot Toys that run this time of year. My recommendation–ignore them! These qualities of a good toy will help you create your own list.
Read More »How to Talk to Little Girls
What is the first thing you say to a little girl when you meet her, when your friend’s daughter comes over to play, when you see her at church or at a restaurant?
Read More »Fighting the Overprotective Impulse
I know all about the free-range kid argument. Still, there is theory and then there is practice. I agree with the premise, but the truth is, I’m innately overprotective.
Read More »Learning to Live in the Moment: Why Not Do It Now?
Karl Pillemer interviewed older adults for the Legacy Project. The elders said to learn how to live in the moment rather than focusing only on our plans and ambitions.
Read More »Temperament Helps Understand Children’s Behavior
“Temperament” is a person’s first and most natural way of responding. Understanding a child’s temperament can help you see his or her unique style more clearly.
Read More »