I Talk to Your Teens All Day: Here’s What You Can Do Better
As you can probably imagine, working with teenagers exposes me to a lot of unique conversations and social situations. The…
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Tough Times
I Know You’re Scared, But Grandma Says It’s Going to Be All Right
It seems each day of the past week has been its own month. The passing of information has sped up…
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Don’t Spend This Time Stressing Over What to Teach Your Kids
Gosh, what a week. Not just for some of us, but for all of us. Whatever happens from here, however…
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Zion’s Big Assist: Paying Staff Salaries After Coronavirus Shutdown
Three! Two! One! Zero! It’s over. Without fanfare, without trophies, without One Shining Moment . . . basketball ended. For…
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The Best Plan For Working and Learning When You’re Stuck at Home
Do you know how you will work from home and keep your kids engaged during coronavirus? Many states are closing…
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Your Kids Are Not Responsible For Your Happiness
I remember the indescribable joy I felt the day my daughter was born—5 lbs, 5 oz of perfection. I didn’t…
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Dear Son, Sometimes the Waiting is the Best Part
My oldest son came over the other night. He's at a crossroads in life and trying to figure out the…
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How to Avoid Panic and Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
“I’m afraid I may die,” my 10-year-old son quietly told me last night when I asked him about coronavirus, commonly…
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Friendships Make Your Life Better No Matter How Long They Last
One thing my 6-year-old daughter has taught me about life is that you can be friends with absolutely anybody. Life…
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To My Nonverbal Son: Thank You For Giving Me a Voice
Dear son, I remember the moment it truly hit me that your autism was forever. And not just a word.…
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