Children let us know what they are feeling just by acting out their emotions – happy, sad, angry, excited, confused, frightened –  the same emotions adults have.    As adults, we cover up our emotions so that no one will know how we are feeling.  For many, sharing their feelings is very hard to do.  It means opening up and showing that […]

Promise?  That simple word means a lot to a child if you say “yes”.   Unless you intend to keep that promise try another approach – one that let’s your child know that there is a possibility that what he/she hopes for might have to wait.  To give false hopes to a child tells him that […]

We, as adults, consider ourselves smarter and more observant than children just because we are the adults.   However, children have a way of observing an object, or a situation from a completely different perspective that often is more objective and totally non judgemental leaving their mind open for new experiences with an insatiable curiosity.     In their innocence, they […]

Being a parent is a very big job  –  it differs greatly from the job that you do for an occupation but both are demanding and require you to give your all.    Much like the job you do for a profession that you must earn your salary,  as a parent you must work for and have to earn the love and trust of […]

It is rare these days to find someone who doesn’t have a cell phone, ipod or some other high tech piece of equipment plugged into their ear.   They want to know the news as it is happening, or answer an email, twitter or facebook immediately.  There is no question that the equipment is fascinating and they allow […]

There is so much in the news everyday about  the direction the stock market is taking and how important it is that we invest wisely.   But there is another type of investment that is just as important to you and your children’s future that  doesn’t involve money at all.  This investment only requires time, dedication and commitment.  When you […]

Being shown respect by everyone we come in contact is very important to each of us.   For a child being treated with respect shows that they are valued and teaches them how important it is to treat others with that same respect.   Treating a child with respect will make a lasting impression that will stay with him/her for […]

Some children are born with an air of confidence and seem to exude it with each new experience.  Some need to be encouraged, as they try new endeavors, to have confidence in themselves.   But all children need the reinforcement of their parents that they are supported whether the accomplishment is large or small.   Recognition for […]

Every age of a child’s life is wonderful.  With each new day, watching them as they grow, is like observing a miracle happen right before your eyes.  Their inquisitiveness about everything they see, the non-stop questions, the absolute delight in the simplest new experience, are joys to behold.  Treasure each moment with the child in your life today and everyday.

As we celebrate America’s birthday with family, friends and  fireworks  let’s also remember the men and women who are fighting the war so that we can live peacefully  in America.    The sacrifices that they make daily on our behalf allows each of us to live in this country in freedom.  Thanks to all the service men and women everywhere who protect the USA.