Quality Time with Your Children
What is your quality time with your children when it is cold outside and they are tired of playing alone? Do you respond to your children’s boredom by turning on the television or using the smart phone for entertainment? Many parents are so busy with their daily responsibilities that they may only talk or play with their children less than twenty minutes a day. Some parents do not see their children during the work week due to long commutes. Working parents may only have weekends available to play with their children. Solutions to the limited time available for quality time with your children each day include the following: [Read more…]
Problem solving is a process that teens need to practice and perfect to deal with the everyday challenges that they face. Parents play an important role in helping their teens develop effective problem solving strategies. 
Como padres queremos que nuestros hijos logren un rendimiento escolar exitoso. Sabemos que a los bien educados, las puertas de oportunidades están abiertas. Sin embargo, nuestros hijos jóvenes viven en la actualidad. No consideran las consecuencias de largo plazo cuando toman decisiones acerca de su trabajo escolar. 
My grandchildren asked me what my New Year’s resolutions would be for 2017. I explained to them that each year I review my life’s challenges and accomplishments and journal the next steps in my life’s goals. My typical resolutions focus on keeping my life balanced in the areas of spiritual growth and family play. I also make resolutions to manage my exercise and financial planning. Finally, each year I aspire to increase my knowledge and skills in a new area of interest. Recent learnings include technology applications, blogging, watercoloring, and creating innovative curriculum.