A dad and mom came to talk with me about the eldest of their two children, Marty. He was becoming increasingly stubborn and upset at home. The family had been fortunate in many ways; mom … Continue reading HERE »

It is often difficult to remember in the middle of hectic days, interrupted nights and inevitable parent child tensions that little ones really adore their moms. The following story is how I remember it’s true. … Continue reading HERE »

Laura was 11, her younger brother, Aaron, was 8. Her family was going through a challenging economic period and there was plenty of stress at home. Laura, like many oldest siblings, was particularly affected by … Continue reading HERE »

This month I talked to “tweens” and their parents about the joys and challenges of pre-adolescence. Here’s a summary of what they said: WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT THIS AGE? PARENTS It’s great to watch … Continue reading  HERE »