I would love to see a teen eye rolling and scowl competition. Mine would certainly be able to enter but the mere suggestion of the competiton would create a scowl and a rolling of the eyes fit for a win. I cope by understanding just why they are doing this.
Read MoreMy parents really only gave us $1000 to throw our weddings. With eleven kids who can blame them but when it was my turn to get married I didn't think it was FAIR. I was young....I get it now.
Read MoreAre you planning with your kids? Getting the questions non-stop, "What schools are you visiting/ applying to?" Our son reminded us of something very important in the process.
Read MoreWhy argue? Because I will learn and so will you. Rather than pooh-poohing arguing, embrace it. Teaching your kids to argue respectfully is a skill that will help them get through life.
Read MoreFriends can open your eyes when you listen. Parenting has gotten a bit trickier with the internet and we need eachother more than ever. Let friends teach you their tricks, drink some wine, read some articles and help eachother make the right choices.
Read MoreTraining in kind words and positivity. My Mom was a pro at this and it helps not only with teens but everywhere....really.
Read MoreWhen I was a student smokers at Universty and in restaraunts and clubs drove me crazy. Smokers have learned they may love their cigerettes but there is a time and a place ... the same goes for our little handheld devices.
Read MoreHas your teen ever looked at you with hatred? Mine all have!
Read MoreEmbarrassing your kids is part of the package deal when you decide to send them to a school where you don't speak the language as a mother tongue. My kids have learned to grin and bear it.
Read MoreSometimes you'll only see the truth when your friend tells it. When raising kids online making a pact with friends makes life easier. Let's proctect this kids but that doesn't mean we can't create friendships, drink wine and help eachother.
Read MoreWatch the video linked in this post and laugh at yourself. I know I don't have a man mirror face and it got me thinking... shouldn't I feel better about myself and set an example for my kids.
Read More
