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Comment on Summer Boredom Busters by MamaResources: Summer Boredom Busters « TodaysMama

MamaResources: Summer Boredom Busters « TodaysMama — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 04:09:05 +0000

[...] Busy Family Life http://family-life.familieswithpurpose.com/2006/06/01/summer-boredom-busters-2/ Here are ten great ideas to keep kids from getting the summer blues… (Build an ice cream stand, [...]

Comment on A Few Traits of a Confident Mom by Susan

Susan — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:56:35 +0000

Karen, I will approach my local hospital! I often think there should be a parenting class taught in highschool, even if you will never have kids, there is so much that can be applied to other areas of life!

Comment on A Few Traits of a Confident Mom by Karen

Karen — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:49:10 +0000

Why isn’t this list handed out with every newborn baby before leaving the hospital? Number 5 is the most important. It is the key to being the best parent possible.

Comment on Simple Everyday Tools to Have a More Productive (and Fun) Parenting Experience by Jinny VanDeusen

Jinny VanDeusen — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:07:03 +0000

So true — good reminders. Thank you!

Comment on Simple Everyday Tools to Have a More Productive (and Fun) Parenting Experience by ejshames

ejshames — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:26:12 +0000

What a great article Sandra, it is so true, when we are having a good day, it seems it is easy to keep calm. On those days or moments within those days, it is so good to have the self timeout to bring myself back to ‘center’ so I can be more effecive.!!

I love this line .. “Remember, your children may be pushing your buttons, but they didn’t install the system!”

which is soo true, but sure does not feel like it sometimes!!

Peace and light
EJ Shames
wholisticmama.com

Comment on 8 Free or Low Cost Family Activities for the Summer by Matthew Toone

Matthew Toone — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 05:42:47 +0000

Love it. I am always looking for new and fun activities. I collect fun games and activities (http://www.greatgamesbook.com) and am always adding to my list.

More importantly, I think it is so important for families everywhere to MAKE TIME for family. Thanks for the great post.

Matt

Comment on Parenting Tools for the New Year by Shirley Cress Dudley, MA LPC

Shirley Cress Dudley, MA LPC — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:02:48 +0000

Fantastic comments. If we don’t take care of ourselves, we don’t have anything to give to our mate or our children. Our children are watching us- and will follow our example.
Shirley Cress Dudley
Founder of The Blended and Step Family Resource Center

Comment on Fresh Start Idea - Start Having Family Meetings by MattD

MattD — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 04:22:43 +0000

“Depending on your children’s ages, consider rotating the leader role among family members. This helps to spread out the responsibility among all family members and gives kids a chance to practice being a leader.”

Although not a family time event in my younger years I worked for a manager who did this with his team members.

We each had a turn at leading our regional meetings. Even to this day I appreciate what he did for us in trying to develop our leadership abilities.

What a great way to do it for our kids too!

Matt Dupree

Comment on Fresh Start Idea - Write a Family Mission Statement by Carrie Contey

Carrie Contey — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 23:08:54 +0000

Great post! We’ve created an ebook to help families create a mission statement. Check it out!
http://slowfamilyliving.com/products-page/ebooks/family-mission-statement-workbook-ebook/

Happy New Year!

Comment on Fresh Start Idea – Create a Family Vision Drawing by Jean Tracy, MSS

Jean Tracy, MSS — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:35:30 +0000

This is a terrific idea. I’m going to retweet it. Thanks for sharing.

Comment on Conquering the Chaos Part II – Organizing Your Life into Buckets by Conquering the Chaos Part III – Creating a Family Schedule that Works | Our Busy Family Life | Family Life Resources | Family Forum

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 21:35:28 +0000

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Comment on Giveaway - Enter to Win a Free Copy of the Daysteps Planner by Bobette Kyle

Bobette Kyle — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:35:18 +0000

Polly, thanks for doing this. We are grateful for your input and support the whole time we developed the planner and now!

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Deb Ward

Deb Ward — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:21:38 +0000

Sandra, your authenticity and love come through strong and clear. Thank you for sharing your soulful wisdom and for reframing life’s challenges as learning opportunities. Also, thanks for doing your part to make the world a better place.

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Nancy Lay

Nancy Lay — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:24:23 +0000

What a great reminder that our kids learn so much by what we model for them. I hope I can be as mindful of the “teachable moments” that happen, especially in those very stressful situatuions. Thanks, Sandra

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Pam Cantone

Pam Cantone — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:06:57 +0000

The wisdom you have as a parent has shown through in such a beautiful and compelling way. What an incredible demonstration of the process to overcome obstacles. Life has no guareantees. As you role model vulnerability, authenticity, and empowerment you can only build your child’s confidence to handle all that life hands us on any given day.

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Mary Funari

Mary Funari — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:56:58 +0000

Sandra, thank yor for sharing this wonderfully written and extremely wise article. As parents, we need to help our children recognize and respond to all emotions and know how important our reactions are to their overall learning. This personal account is very touching, and of course, I would expect nothing less from “The Soulful Parent” herself. Cheers!

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Adrian Kalikow

Adrian Kalikow — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:13:39 +0000

I love your honesty with your readers, and especially with your daughter! Your invitation to all of us to “model the appropriate expression of ALL feelings to [our] kids” is such a wonderful reminder of the strength and resilience our children have, if we only allow them to experience it! Thanks for allowing your personal experience to be a lesson to us all!

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Lisa Phelps

Lisa Phelps — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:36:38 +0000

Thank you so much for this timely and compelling reminder, Sandra. I am excited to hear about what the future holds for you as a parent coach and educator. I just glanced at your website and it looks great!

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Marni Parsons

Marni Parsons — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:36:02 +0000

Sandra, What a beautiful reminder that we are the greatest influence our children have. It is our responsibility to model for them the appropriate way to handle tough situations and difficult emotions, and more importantly how coming together as a family, when times are tough, is the greatest thing you can do!

Comment on When the “Shift” Hits the Fan by Susan

Susan — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:28:17 +0000

Wonderful article on the reality of being a parent! Thank you for your honesty and authentic self, sharing emotions and a situation that is not always easy to handle within a family yet you shared it outside your family!