“Jonathan said to David, ‘Go in peace. We have promised by the Lord that we will be friends…’” 1 Samuel 20:42a (ICB) Helping our children build healthy friendships amidst the growing presence of social media can be challenging, especially children … Continue reading →
What comes to mind when you hear the word family? A loving home or a place of pain? Close-knit relationships or distant connections? Many of us are blessed with tender family memories. But some come from fractured families, leaving wounds … Continue reading →
Yesterday, I attended the MarTech Trends seminar in Boston put on by Buffini & Company. The Buffini training program was one I took within the first few months of starting my new career in real estate sales.
Continue reading →Since I have been writing children’s books for more than 20 years, I’ve seen some changes along the way–especially when it comes to illustrations. The traditional American family with a mom and dad, three sandy-haired kids, and a Cocker Spaniel, … Continue reading →
I remember my children crying from time to time because another child said something either to them or about them that hurt their feelings. Maybe it was simple name calling, or some accusation that was made. It’s one of the … Continue reading →
I know what you’re thinking. Aren’t we supposed to raise compliant teens? Don’t we want them to be obedient and easy to get along with rather than resistant? Well, yes. And no. Compliant and resistant (rebellious?) teens both need nurturing. … Continue reading →
