We’re all thinking about change, in the world, and closer to us in our communities and jobs. If we were to listen to the media, children are changing for the worse. There are many stories of extreme behavior in children, I’ve written many of them on this site. There are many discussions of low scores on [...]
“Great Moms work hard. Great moms also know when to stop working, and just enjoy the time spent with their family. Lazy hours of talking, giggling, thinking out loud, playing silly games, or listening to your children’s chatter and dreams increases the joy in your family’s life.”
Involving yourself in their small talk now, will make [...]
“The mother’s heart is the child’s schoolroom.” -Henry Ward Beecher
Life seems to be changing rapidly, getting tougher all the time. We should not think for a moment that our kid’s aren’t noticing.
They hear the news, the comments of adults, they hear us. They see the look on our faces, they witness our anger at the [...]
Kids need friends, but kids need their family more. Until they are about the age of 18, they are still very influenced by peers, coaches, music, teachers, preachers. Not all of these people will give the guidance of which you approve. Be involved, but don’t be bossy.
Step OUT of the Mad Zone!
Are you consequencing out of anger and impatience?
You’re going to be frustrated, expect it. That’s a parent’s common emotion. You want your children to do the right thing. Frequently, they don’t.
Don’t give up on them, or yourself. Step out of the moment, regain your composure, think it out. Don’t shout.
I [...]
Step 1. Build, Plan, Create Quiet
Do you hear the sound of silence? Can your children? I hope so, and if not, let’s begin to teach the skill. Knowing how to be silent will benefit them in school, in relationships, and in developing self control.
When parenting foster children and my own, we were surrounded by more noise [...]
A few years ago, I slammed into the Empty Nest Syndrome at warp speed.I knew it was coming, I had taught classes about it. Ha! I knew nothing. Life has a way of humbling us. I was ignorant. Knowing what to do, is not the same as doing what you know.
After retiring from foster [...]
by Marisue Alsobrook
Are You Parenting in the Fast Food Lane? Do you find that your parenting time seems Hit and Miss? These 5 Parenting Basics can keep your family from melting down from busy schedules, stress, and life’s daily trials.
Introduction: No one is any busier than a working parent, unless it’s a single working parent. With [...]
By: Marisue Alsobrook
Step Parenting
No “wicked step-mother” allowed! You don’t have to birth a child, to love them deeply, and as if they were ‘your own.’ As a mother of one biological son and 2 adopted, I know that love is individual and unique with each person in your life. My kids are alike, yet [...]
by Marisue Alsobrook
Introduction: Prepare, Prepare, Prepare. The Boy Scouts are right on this one. With a little thought and advance work, summertime can be the best memory for our families. Family vacations, lazy days, and home projects are links for togetherness. Family fusses are part of it, but you can survive. Think about it first and then [...]
