Parenting
Santa and the Christmas Spirit
Stomach trembling, I looked up into my mom’s eyes as she tucked me into bed and arranged my menagerie of stuffed animals around me. Then I asked her the Santa question. With her answer, the enchantment of Santa and his magic disappeared like a sandcastle gobbled up by the rising tide. It's...
Stopping Cyber Bullies
As youngsters, we all recognized the bully—that black-jacketed kid who burned ants with a magnifying glass. Yet we also knew that if push came to shove, our parents could protect us. But kids today are encountering a new generation of bullies. In the technological age the tables have turned, and...
Uncovering Scholarship Money
Finding the money to pay for college may be easier than you think. Scholarships are only for super-intelligent and seriously athletic kids, right? Well, yes and no. Academic and sports scholarships are some of the most widely known and sought-after scholarships, but there are plenty of...
Internet Rules and Tools
For good or bad, the Internet is a way of modern family life. Navigating the Web safely can be difficult, but with a few rules and tools, it is entirely possible. The Internet has endless resources available at the click of a button. It allows us to do genealogy more efficiently than ever before. It...
What Teachers Wish You Knew
School doesn’t end with the bell. You, as a parent, want to be able to give your child the best education possible and as much help as he or she needs—but where do you start? And where do you draw the line? Even though your child may complain when sent off to school, don't underestimate the...
Home Entertainment: Hitting the Books
With school starting up, so are reading assignments, and your kids will be looking for something enjoyable to fill their personal reading time. Check out these great reads recommended by national children's book reviewer Holly Newton. Pingo By Brandon Mull, Illustated by Brandon Dorman Shadow...
Suddenly the Breadwinner
Economic downturn, divorce, or a spouse’s illness or death can force a homemaker into the job market without warning. So how do you cope with this new role as breadwinner when it wasn’t in your plans? When Charlynne Oborn's third child was just a year and a half old, her husband was diagnosed...
Seasonal Jobs for Kids
One of the best ways to teach your children the value of a dollar is to let them earn one. A lawn-care service is great, but what do they do after summer is over? Read over these suggestions with your kids to give them ideas for earning extra income all year round. Summer 1. Clean...
Sun Myths
As you gear up for fun in the sun, make sure to the know tanning myths and facts so that you can keep your family safe. New skin cancer diagnoses are on the rise internationally. In the U.S., the American Cancer Society estimates about one million new cases of basal or squamous cell carcinoma and...
Being Dad, and Being There
It would be something of an overstatement to say that I played on the school basketball team in junior high. I was on the team. I practiced with the team. I ran out on the floor and did lay-ups before the game started, then I sat on the bench and waved a towel and cheered for the guys who were...
When a Child Strays
Few parents think their child will stray. They don’t plan on it. They watch it happen to other families, and they hear heartbreaking stories. But somehow they feel insulated . . . until it hits home. Parents of a child who strays often describe life before waywardness as "living in a bubble."...
Everyday Motherhood
Sometimes I feel like I could conquer the world and that I’ve got motherhood all figured out. But most times I’m barely hanging on by my fingernails. That's why my mom, Linda, and I wanted to write down some of the things we've learned along the way - some of the 'secrets' that have helped us...
Conquering the Picky-eater Syndrome
Children can be hard to please (and so can adults), but now is the moment to reclaim dinnertime. Try some of these hints and tips to making supper a more enjoyable affair. (Adapted from the book 52 Weeks of Proven Recipes for Picky Kids.) "Is this what we're having for dinner? Yuck! Can I...
Parenting a Blended Family
This is our second marriage, and we both have very different parenting styles. How do we avoid this ruining another marriage? Dear Dr. Elia My husband and I have been married for a couple of years. This is our second marriage, and we both have children from our first marriages. We love each...
Scrapbooking with Kids
Spending hours alone with scissors and glue keeps you plenty entertained. But instead of making solitary scrapbooking a habit, why not include your children? Scrapbooking may seem like an "adult" pastime to you, but you'll be surprised to learn that involving your kids can be more rewarding than...
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