Dear Dr. Renee,I have young children and want to celebrate Memorial Day in a meaningful way. We don’t have anyone in our family who has served in the military or made that ultimate sacrifice. How can I observe this holiday with young children?-Rosie Dear Rosie, Thank you for wanting to teach your children what Memorial […]
I did NOT see that coming! Mother’s Day 2018
My youngest daughter provided me with a brand new, unforgettable Mother’s Day experience this year! The day before Mother’s Day was wonderful. I volunteered at the MS Walk in the morning with my Girl Scout troop. When I got home, my older daughter had finished the laundry and washed the dishes! Then I got to […]
LOVE is in the Air
Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day, or just love chocolate, love seems to be in the air this time of year. Originally posted in 2017 when we were living through the tween and teenage daughter years. I am posting this a bit early. I wanted to give you a little time to try the ideas below […]
Happy Labor Day
HAPPY LABOR DAY Growing up I always found it a little ironic that many people, moms included, need to “labor” on Labor Day. To our military, safety/emergency personnel, and retail sales workers out there – thank you. We appreciate what you do. I hope you get a Labor Day off at some point this week, […]
A Bad Case of the “Gimmes”
Does your child have a bad case of the “Gimmes” or the “I-wants”? “Give me this” and “I want that!” Parents often struggle with providing for their children while keeping their child from feeling entitled or falling into the “spoiled” category. Many parents feel like they are earning enough, so why shouldn’t they provide […]
Helping Others
While I try to be thankful all year, I find myself feeling especially grateful around this time of year. Yes, Thanksgiving was just here, but for me it’s the fact that, as the weather gets colder, I have a warm, sturdy house, plenty of clothing, and more than enough food to eat. I’m even grateful […]