Family Fun: How to Keep Your Kids Safe in the WaterIf your family is like mine, when summer arrives, it’s time to get out on the water! We don’t care if it’s the lake or ocean—we are just ready to get out feet wet, literally. There are lots of things to do when you go to the lake…
Animals: How to Show Love for Our PetsOwning a pet is a big responsibility. Teaching your children how to take care of and look after a pet can be a good way for them to be involved in their care. However, it requires effort on the part of the parents to teach children how to be kind…
Relationships: Communication and Common GroundI remember one time when my mother and sister were crossed up, and they seemed to be at an impasse. I agreed with my sister, and wasn’t sure how it was ever going to work out. Then suddenly, my sister relented, and all was back to normal. I asked her…
10 Parenting Tips for Raising Responsible Childrenmom • giving back • parenting • tips for giving back
Another year is almost over. Can you believe how quickly time flies? Almost just yesterday, people everywhere were celebrating Hanukkah and Christmas, and now, we're looking forward to celebrating New Year's Eve to usher in 2012. Whether being a better parent is one of your New Year's resolutions or…
Animal Shelters: How Adopting a Pet Can Make a Differencegiving back • my world • raising giving children • bettering communities
We all want our children to grow up to be responsible adults. At the same time, we want our children to be socially responsible and make a difference in the community around them. So why don’t we look for opportunities to create a win-win situation in both areas: teaching…
