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The Most Powerful Tool We Have
What is the most powerful tool we have to offer our kids when teaching that to do the right thing? Today’s article is taken from the book Who’s in Charge Anyway? Mirror Images It was a foggy morning and I … Continue reading
TV Families Where You Least Expect Them
When we think about TV family programs our minds immediately go to shows such as Parenthood and Modern Family. But families pop up everywhere and attitudes toward them vary as much as the actual programs. Recently I found myself considering … Continue reading
Can Car Travel with Kids be Fun?
Imagine if you will a family of four deciding to take off on their summer vacation. They are going to travel by car. And they expect to have a good time, even when they are in the car. It can … Continue reading
WHY?
WHY? The Canucks lost the Stanley Cup and a group composed mainly of young people rioted on the streets. Why? The riots were first fueled by alcohol. The drinking started early in the day as fans arrived in plenty of … Continue reading
Everybody Pees
I’d like to be able to talk about how Spring has arrived and the weather is perfect but, with the miracle of technology I am writing this one week early ready for delivery today. I am taking a short break … Continue reading
Elections Offer a Great Parenting Opportunity
Hi, There are two major preoccupations with Canadians today. There is the hockey series and the upcoming federal election. I have chosen to talk about the election and why it should matter to anyone who cares about families. Now, don’t … Continue reading
You Can Have a Conversation with your Kids
For those of you who are still shaking your heads about the flash cards that can be sensed by a baby in utero, that note came out on April 1. So April Fool. Today, I want to talk about talking. … Continue reading
Inoculate Your Kids Against Workplace Accidents
Summer Jobs and Youth Safety Part-time work and summer jobs are a rite of passage for many of our teens. Odds are your teen has started applying for summer jobs and you have been supportive of his initiative. He will … Continue reading
Why Playing Outside is so Important
Why is it important that our children connect with nature? Why should they experience playing outdoors instead of in a rink or community centre? It’s a question we need to consider. Introduce Your Kids to Nature. I was a skinny … Continue reading
Where is Madison Today?
Despite what the weather is doing, spring is coming. I have faith that it will show up eventually, hopefully sooner than later. And maybe restless kids are skipping school. After the article, there are some notes about what is going … Continue reading
