As we go through life those who mean the most to us leave lasting memories of love that we treasure throughout our lives. The “thread of love” they have given to us we then pass on to those we love. This continuous “thread” that is passed from generation to generation is always present in our life and gives us strength when we feel weak, joy when we feel sad and pride to be who we are. From the moment of birth, everyone needs to feel loved. Love is an important element in everyone’s life and, like a thread that weaves throughout our lives, is passed from one generation to the next. Telling your child often that you love him/her keeps the “thread of love” weaving. It is this “thread” that makes up the fabirc of our lives and should be strong, unbreakable and never ending. Keep weaving the “thread of love” and make a difference in the lives of future generations to come. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

As a parent you are faced with the everyday task of raising your child with the ultimate goal of preparing him/her to live independently as an adult. Asking your child what type of cereal he would like for breakfast or letting him choose what to wear each day may seem insignificant but, it actually plays a big part in this preperation. If you make every decision for your child he will be incapable of making decisions for himself. Your job is to prepare your child for life as an adult, to be independent, confident making decisions. Instilling confidence in your child involves more than decision making. Showing him/her love, respect and appreciation gives him confidence to face lifes challenges. What the future holds in store for your child is unknown but, knowing that he/she is loved by his parents gives one inner strength to face all that life has in store. When he/she becomes a parent he will instill the same confidence in his child, weaving the thread of love, preparing him/her for life the same way that you prepared him. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

When speaking the language of love anytime is the right time. It can be said outloud, whispered quietly or anyway you chose. Saying it is what matters. Telling your child how much you love him/her lets your feelings be known with pleasure and pride. A child remembers important moments in his/her life and hearing the words “I love you” leaves an impression that lasts a lifetime and will be passed on to future generations to come. Being able to express your heartfelt feelings leads to good communication where anything and everything can be openly discussed. Start today telling your child “I love you” and see where the conversation leads. You will probably find out that you are loved too. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

As adults we tend to think that we should know all the answers or be able to figure out how to do something without asking a child for help. Letting your child know that you need his/her help shows that you are vulnerable too. By opening up to your child that you need his advice or assistance invites communication and sharing that makes your relationship stronger. Your child will feel needed and you will appreciate the experience of engaging him/her in this personal time together. Knowing that you helped someone who needed you is a very satisfying experience and builds ones self esteem. Let your child know that there are times that you need his/her help for simple things and he will be there for the big things too. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

Knowing what someone else is thinking is still unknown territory but, probably one day, somewhere in the future, it will be possible. Until that time we have to say what is on our mind by expressing our thoughts and feelings. A parent is always thinking how to make life better for his/her child, how important he/she is to his life, how very much he is loved. Thinking it is only part of the equation. Just as your are not a mind reader, neither is your child. A parent needs to make his thoughts heard and understood by his child. Children need to know that they are loved, appreciated and valued. They need to hear the words “I love you” from their parents often. For a child, knowing that he/she is loved by his parents instills confidence, security and well being in his/her life. Tell your child the love you think and feel – say the most important words they will ever hear – “I love you”. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

Grandparents start off thinking that the most important aspect of being a grandparent is what name their new grandchild will call them. They quickly learn that is only a small part of being a grandparent. In fact, as time passes and this tiny bundle has stolen their hearts, whatever name their grandchild decides to call them will be perfectly ok. Becoming a grandparent is one of life’s most cherished passages which you have earned. Grandparents and children form strong, loving relationships that age plays little part in. The love that grandchildren and grandparents share is uniquely special and important to each. Take pleasure in your new role and relislh this time in your life. Enjoy every precious moment together – remember, you are making memories that your grandchild will tell his/her grandchild. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

Telling your child “I love you” for the first time is the most wonderful feeling one can experience. The words express feelings that are deep, heartfelt and indescribable. Telling a child how much he/she is loved teaches life’s most important lesson – express the love you feel inside to those who are important to you. A child needs to know that he/she is loved by the most important people in his life, his parents. When a child is denied hearing these important words of love he/she grows up thinking that he is unlovable and finds it impossible to express love to his own children. The truth is that parents who missed hearing “I love you” probably had parents who missed hearing those words as well. Love is like a thread that weaves throughout our lives from one generation to another and should always be strong, never ending and unbroken. Begin weaving the thread of love today by telling your child “I love you”. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

Having fun with your child is a way for you and him/her to let go and just act silly. It is a time when you can be a kid right along with him. Life is so often rigid with strict rules to follow. Acting silly allows a kid to let out all of the pent up excitement and energy that builds up and must be controlled throughout the day. Acting silly with your child can be anything from letting him/her ride on your back to who can make the funniest faces. Hearing your child laugh is the best sound your can hear. It is full of life, happiness and love. Enjoy having fun with your child every chance you can get. It’s the silly times that you want to remember to tell your grandchildren about. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.

In this case, constant means being there for your child. Being constant in your child’s life means putting all other distractions on hold and focusing on his/her needs. Being there shows that your love for him is far more important than anything else that is happening. It only takes a moment to stop and listen to what your child is saying proving that no matter how busy you are, you always have time for him. Being there for your child sends a message that your love is strong, never ending and constant. For more information wrww.sheilaaronbooks.com.

I love you – words that seem effortless for some to say are impossible for others. Why is that so? One reason may be that those who are comfortable saying these three words heard them when they were children and those who did not hear them are uncomfortable saying them to their children. The words “I love you” have so much meaning and importance that those who missed hearing them as a child find saying them to their own child awkward and difficult. It is understandable how one would find it hard to express these heart felt words. Keep in mind that allowing yourself to say these words are like overcoming any fear – once you do it you realize how easy it was and how good you feel for doing it. Telling your child “I love you” opens new doors of communication that might have otherwise stayed closed. Be willing to open the first door and all the others will fall open just by saying what is in your heart – “I love you”. Children need and want to know that they are loved more than any other thing in their life. It cost nothing to say “I love you” and has more value than anything that money can buy. Tell your child “I love you” and you will be rewarded with the greatest gift a child can give a parent – the words “I love you too”. For more information www.sheilaaronbooks.com.