Posts Tagged ‘summer’
Water Safety for Kids
Summertime fun is in full swing! Families are gearing up for Fourth of July celebrations. Vacations are in the works too. Many of these events include a trip to the lake or pool. Water safety is a must! Lakes, ponds, pools, hot tubs, and even fountains can be possible drowning risks for children. Diligence and…
Read MoreI'm BORED!
Summertime is more relaxed and carefree, a great time to build family unity along with treasured family memories. But by the end of July, the novelty of summertime CAN wear thin. At this point, many parents start to hear the irritating, whinny phrase, “I’m bored.” Here’s an idea that nipped that comment in the bud at…
Read MoreKids in the Kitchen with Cranberry Chicken Salad
My sons arrived home from Boy Scout camp this afternoon, sunburned and happy. They had a great time! My youngest was telling me about the fried chicken he prepared on a camp stove as part of the Cooking merit badge. Yes, fried chicken…on a camp stove! (Maybe for teenagers frying anything in oil is best…
Read MoreMarriage Magazine…on Newsstands Now!
Here’s a special treat for you and your spouse. Marriage Magazine! The magazine was relaunched this month with a brand new look. Lori Wildenberg, my coauthor, and I are very excited as we are blessed to be a part of this new venture as regular columnists. Look for “Parenting Prose” in this issue. May God…
Read MoreA Time for Everything?
May and September, the busiest months of the year for families with school-age children. September begins with endless forms to fill out, new activities and classes. May is the ending, the culmination of the year’s events. That said summer activities are just around the corner. After the busyness of the past nine months, why not…
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