Did you catch the Miss America pageant this weekend? A large percentage of the population missed it, either accidentally or on purpose –so did we!—but the social media world exploded […]
A mom’s reflection on 8th grade graduation
How can it possibly be that time already??? I’m going to stop being a social researcher for a minute and just be an amazed mom. Jeff and I are entering […]
Crime and Punishment: When Do Teens Deserve Cell-Phone Restriction?
Dear Shaunti, Undoubtedly, the most effective punishment for my teenage daughter is taking away her cell phone. There’s just one little problem: she freaks out when I do. I’m certain […]
One Last Dance
“Your effort to be present, both physically and emotionally, sends an important message.” For Parents Only: Getting Inside the Head of Your Kid by Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice Here’s […]
A Dad's Talk With His Daughter After Reading For Parents Only
Dads, you are all so very important and your kids are actually influenced by what you say and do with them far more than you may believe. I want to […]