From the time you are born, you start to age. Everyone on this earth is aging. The word "aging" is associated with positive words like "wisdom", "timeless", "experienced". But it also generates as many or more negative words and visuals. Why is there such a negative perception of aging or getting...
Recently my four siblings, their spouses, and I got together for our annual sibs weekend. (I'd post a picture of us, but at least one of my sisters would, shall we say, object STRONGLY.) I can always count on my siblings for a lot of laughter, gentle ribbing, and reminiscing and this led me to...
First, let's start with a little history about the program. In doing some research I found that the word LIFE, in Vial of Life, stands for Lifesaving Information for Emergenci
It seems that lately, my Facebook feed is just blowing up with pictures of babies! I currently have many friends, family and colleagues that are having babies – and I am so excited for them and this amazing time in their lives. This has inspired me to do a little digging in my files and to share...
It seems like we pay a lot of attention to encouraging children to read, but what about writing? Supporting children's writing begins early, even with children who are one year old. Ideas to encourage those toddlers: Provide non-toxic writing, painting and drawing materials Talk to children...
Overwork and over scheduling take a toll on families and relationships as we find less time together, especially to just hang out. Taking a break to spend some relaxed time together as a family can be a way to reconnect. A family night in is doing something together at home that everyone in the...
As the end of summer draws near and schools supplies pop up in local stores, parents and kids alike start focusing on the new school year. While the new year brings a level of excitement and anticipation, parents wonder on how to make the new school year successful for their children. All parents...
Now I know that this title and the picture have already made some of you move on to something else. But for those of you who are still with me.....Don't want to pass along your arithmophobia (fear of math - it's a real thing!) to your children? First of all, understand that math includes more...
Minimizing the impact of change on your child Change happens. Some changes are big, such as getting married or divorced, moving or birth of a new baby. Other changes may be smaller, but still can add up over time. Whether changes are life changing or minor inconveniences, they can cause stress....
What is a "family night in?" It's doing something together at home that everyone in the family can enjoy. Maybe your family already has some 4th of July traditions that you do together as a family. Or maybe one of the activities below can become a new tradition! Some ideas for July: ...
