by Pam Rinn | Aug 30, 2019
Summer is coming to an end and the new fall routines are starting. Now is the time to reflect on Main Things. These can be different depending on your family culture and values. Remember, don’t let the small stuff elevate to Main Things status. In families, as...
by Pam Rinn | Feb 3, 2019
Are you a good enough parent? What parent doesn’t ask him or herself this question hundreds times. I know I did as a parent and I sometimes still do as a parent of adult children and grandparent of six young ones. Was I good enough at laying the foundation for my...
by Ms. Christy | Dec 10, 2018
Your child misbehaves severely at their childcare – something is terribly wrong! Buzz, buzz. You check your phone and realize its happening again. ‘They just called yesterday! Can’t they take care of one 3 year old?’ you think to yourself. But you...
by Ms. Christy | Sep 7, 2018
In the moment… Gripping the steering wheel, I watch as my youngest walks to my car. His slow step, hunched back, and downcast eyes say this day has been difficult. Sighing as he slumps into his seat, he hands me the note from the teacher. Here we go again… Maybe...
by Pam Rinn | Aug 20, 2018
There are many times in life when stuff happens and there are changes that can really create an emotional storm if you allow it. Some of these whirlwind changes can include transitioning to a new job, retirement, a new baby is born, or a parent comes to live with you...
by Ms. Christy | Jun 11, 2018
In the last few years, information about sexual abuse on the US Olympic Gymnastic’s Team came out to the world. Listening to the reports, hearing these stories, their experiences teach us about sexual abuse and predatory adults. Their story gives information on...
by Ashley Barkley | Apr 17, 2018
Every day, headlines are becoming more devastating in the realm of school violence. Polarizing politics involving gun control and mental health regulations, make us overwhelmed and incapable of making positive and lasting changes. As a parent and mental health...
by Ms. Christy | Mar 26, 2018
CoParenting Story: Johnny slumps into the car after a week at his home with Mom. You glance into the rear view mirror and *sigh* internally. She did it again. Will she ever learn? What is it this time? ‘John, what’s up?’ ‘Nothin.’ ‘Johnny, you got to tell me.’ He...
by Ms. Christy | Jan 26, 2018
A parent picks up a child from Mother’s Day Out. A normally high energy child plops down on my chair and sighs. Their head hits the couch behind them and he refuses to meet my eyes. “Hard day, huh?” “Mom” the small voice sighs. “Am...
by Ms. Christy | Dec 11, 2017
The Good Technology is a wonderful way to engage young minds and supplement learning. Games, shows, and videos are stimulating and captivating! YouTube has taught my family how to fix a myriad of household troubles as well as entertained our family with silly videos...
