Parenting Tips

As you snuggle up with someone you love or alone with your thoughts, I hope you ponder all the good stuff in your life today... and say, "Thank You."

Set expectations and follow through. Whether rewards or consequences. Be consistent

It's my belief that as individuals, moving ourselves outside our comfort zone is imperative to experiencing a truly rewarding life on earth.  Yet it has occurred to me that when we become parents, we take on a similar responsibility for other humans as well. 
 

Getting help setting the table

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I got tired of arguing with my kids every time I asked them to help me set the dinner table. One day I decided to make place cards for everyone in the family. Now, whoever sets the table also sets out the cards, and decides who gets to sit where. Since then I've had plenty of help.

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