5 Ways to Raise a Good Kid
I recently saw this poster on Facebook and it really struck a chord with me. Why? Because I was so often guilty of it when I was raising my children. I have only one child still at home, and she’s … Continue reading →
Linda McQuinn Carlblom
Teaching Children to Have an Open-Minded Faith
We all have our own beliefs and doctrinal stances. We may interpret the Bible differently on certain points. We certainly want to pass our faith on to our children, but how do we do this and still teach them to … Continue reading →
Disciplining with Nonverbal Cues
Ever feel like you’re talking to a brick wall when it comes to disciplining your kids? Does it seem like nothing you say is heard or obeyed? Maybe it’s time to come up with a different discipline strategy. If you’re … Continue reading →
Our Top Ten Favorite Toys
Over the years, our family has gone through lots of toys. We raised three wonderful children and now grandparent six glorious grandchildren between the ages of twelve years and three months old. While most toys come and go, others have … Continue reading →
Weeding Out Toys
By summertime at our house, we always had too many toys. Between birthdays, Christmas, and maybe a few random purchases, the toy box overflowed. What to do? Here’s the method we used. To start out with, designate a special area to … Continue reading →
10 Ways to Be a Fun Parent
I know, I know. You’re thinking If it were easy to be a fun parent, we’d all do it. True. But what’s not to love about something that’s fun and totally free? As those summer days start to drag, these boredom busters … Continue reading →