Even In The Rain
If there was a carnival happening right now, people would definitely still go – in spite of the current situation. At least, I think they would go because during any given summer, they go even in the rain. Having fun Read More …
Category: family
Establishing Independence
The teenage years are not the first time kids start establishing independence. Though, as parents, it seems that they do start in earnest then, doesn’t it? No, if you think back, it starts the moment a baby starts to crawl, Read More …
You Are Free To Go
Yes, darlings, you are free to go, wherever you want to go. Once you are 18. Once you earn your spending money. Once you prove you can make adult decisions. Once you finish all of your classes and homework. Once Read More …
It’s Their Decision
When it comes to choosing something, this or that, like returning to campus this fall, it’s their decision. Or, is it? Are they adults? Is it even an option? Is it a good idea? Who is paying for it (the Read More …
Coming and Going
Coming and going are essentially the same thing. Just in reverse. If that is the case, then why: is their coming home so much better than their going away? is coming into the fold so much more appreciated than going Read More …
Better Late Than Never
There are a lot of times when better late then never is the best thing ever. I won’t go into all of them, but the ones at the top of the list involve parents and family – waiting for family Read More …
Not Something You Did
You should be able to feel better if is was not something you did. You didn’t break it. You didn’t install it wrong. You didn’t assemble it upside down. Even it is not something you did – it has to Read More …
Taking It Easy
Now is a good time for taking it easy. We can (mostly) still work from home. It is summer. There is no school. The kids are home. They are getting along and helping out. Cherish the days. Enjoy the moments. Read More …
The Endless Work Day
Today, with telework you have to be the one to decide how much is too much or you can get caught in the endless work day. Aspiring promotees used to come in early and stay late in order to impress Read More …
Dads Are Amazing
Dads are amazing and we are so proud of them for all that they do. Lead by example. Stay focused. Be vigilant. Teach what you know and learn what you don’t. Be there for the kids. Help in the role Read More …