Raising Children to Weather the Storm
We learn from a young age how to say please and thank you. But, it’s not often that you hear about how to teach leadership qualities. Let’s face it; not everyone is born a strong leader. But I firmly believe it’s something that’s taught and it’s something that I think every child should learn at…
When we heard that Princess would be in this week’s issue of People Magazine, to say we were excited is just an understatement. We didn’t want to share the news with her immediately because I wanted to capture the moment. Her initial reaction was priceless. This is truly a memorable moment that will last a lifetime….
I’ve been in this business for over ten years. I’ve applied for many jobs and have gotten hired. There’ve also been numerous times when I was turned down for gigs and laid of from work. It’s a tough industry with no guarantees. That’s why I never keep all my eggs in one basket. I remember my…
The kids were getting ready for their nap and my hubby handed Princess a doll to cuddle with, as she normally does at bed time. “I don’t like Chinese!” Princess said as she threw the doll across the room. “That’s not nice. Where did you hear that from?” I heard my hubby say from the other…
Legacy is about learning from the past, living in the present, and building for the future. When it comes to raising my kids, building a legacy is key. My daughter has always been interested in learning about her heritage – a trait she inherited from me. I’ve received many gifts – jewelry, clothing, money, you name it. I…
I recently had a conversation with a friend of mine that got me asking, “What’s the difference between friendly and unhealthy competition?” I think about things we teach our children and how those things affect us as adults. For instance, many of us participated in sports as kids. Interestingly enough, there are some parents who want their…
No one ever told me that becoming a parent meant everyone giving you unsolicited advice. From breastfeeding tips to potty training and how to cure the common cold. The list goes on and on. Heck, I even got parenting tips from people who weren’t even parents! Anyway, I know that people mean well and believe…
We teach our kids important lessons everyday. My kids learned about Santa and the Easter Bunny at an early age. But I find it odd that they aren’t taught about important historical figures like Martin Luther King, Jr. at daycare. I have asked teachers in previous years if they plan on honoring him, and I was…
