Some time ago my oldest daughter (mid-twenties) spoke to young adults she worked with, asking about their family traditions during a particular time of year. She was quite surprised that few had any. Their youth was characterized by programs and individual activities, with few family...
Children have a lot of free time and actually need that time in order to grow up in a balanced, integral way. ...
Six years ago, when our two oldest kids were in grades seven and eight, their school proposed an overnight trip to Ottawa, a city 5 hours away. During an information meeting held for parents, my husband and I watched a promotional video produced by the...
As parents, you are trying to provide the best possible scenario so that your children can grow into happy and successful adults. Schools collaborate with you academically, and your role as a parent gives you both the right and the duty to co-operate with schools...
Endless fretting about finances, however, can rob us of peace of mind and spirit. There are many things of value that do not cost much – or anything at all. We just need to remember where to find them....
By Dianne Wood Dianne is happily married and the mother of 8 children. She is currently home full time. She writes for a few magazines, is working on a book and runs a girls club. Dianne holds a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science. We need to...
Do you often feel totally exhausted at the end of the day by all the demands your children make on you? I certainly do. It sometimes seems never-ending. It is hard work raising kids, believe me. No matter how old they are, children want, they...
Obedience. Definitely, a word that stirs up a lot of different reactions. Nowadays obedience is not necessarily seen in a positive light. People see it as a lack of freedom, inability to be in control, stifling etc. Yet it is a virtue (a good habit...
We often hear it stated that the parents are the primary educators of their children. What does this mean to you? Why? How? In what capacity? You and your spouse are the most important people in your children's lives. You more than anyone else will make...