Posts Tagged ‘role model’
Benefits of Intentional Friendships for Parents
A new school year is about to begin! Kids are ready to jump into learning and fun. Parents are ready to get back into a regular schedule. It’s exciting to watch children prepare not only for another academic year, but a classroom of new friends. The same can be said for parents. New volunteer prospects,…
Read MoreThe Manners Makeover: 7 Timely Tips
Summertime is a great opportunity to focus on manners with your kids. With more time for family meals, make the most of these teachable moments. Here are seven tips to keep in mind for your family’s manners makeover! 7 Timely Tips for a Manners Makeover Give directions in the positive. For example, “Please take your…
Read MoreKNOCK IT OFF! Bullying
People of all ages bully others. It’s so sad. Have you witnessed bullying in action lately? I have. While waiting for my items to be bagged at the store a couple weeks ago I witnessed an interesting exchange. I was the last customer in line before the cashier was to go on break. He had…
Read MoreDads Who Make a Difference
As we finish up “All About Dads” this month, I’d like to make a shout out to all the dads who make a difference in the lives of their children. And to the dads who step up to the plate to mentor other kids, especially through Boy Scouts of America. Thank you! Recently, my husband and…
Read MoreThe King's Friend
During my quiet time today I was reading 1 Chronicles 27. The number of official positions held in King David’s royal court is staggering. Along with the lengthy lists of priests, advisors, military leaders, and overseers are four men who were apparently also quite important to the king. “Jonathan, David’s uncle, was a wise…
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