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.
by Marisue Alsobrook
Teens Smoking
Is your teen smoking? Are you wondering how can you stop or prevent your teen from smoking? There’s no sure way, but help can be found in many places. Be sure to expose your child to anti-smoking advertising campaigns. If you find a magazine ad that makes smoking look disgusting, cut it out and [...]
by Marisue Alsobrook
“Children often wish they were somewhere else. That’s probably a common behavior in most children and even adults, but foster children have a particularly difficult time with functioning where they are at that moment. Most of us take time for granted, moving casually from moment to moment and routinely taking care of the [...]
Teens and Drugs
“Sneaky behavior is nothing to laugh about. I’m not trying to make light of a serious situation, but take a deep breath, relax your shoulders, muster a small smile, and say to yourself “I can do something that will make this better” 10 times.”
Police Action
Being a police officer and foster parent at the [...]
