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Two of the most important character traits you need to possess if you want to have successful relationships is to be honest and trustworthy. There are of course diplomatic ways to be honest so you don’t hurt each other’s feelings. But in general, being trustworthy is all about each person in the romantic partnership feeling … Read more
When we lose a loved one there are a lot of questions that we ask. One of them is what happens to all of the deceased’s belongings. It’s important to find out if the person had a will when he or she died, spelling out what he wanted done with his estate. Sometimes when going … Read more
Although in most cases you are a parent to your child from the time your child is a newborn, the teens years are where your child’s values are cemented into them and become a part of them that will continue into their future. There is a lot you can do during the teenage years to … Read more
Attending school is one of the most important things your teenager will do with their time. Junior high and high school will fill up a large part of your teenager’s life, and there are many things you can do to help this part of their life run smoothly. As your child gets older, your part … Read more
Living together and being married is always going to be a balancing act in terms of your responsibilities versus the time you manage to find together in order to connect with one another. In particular, the romantic connection can be hard to maintain the longer you are a couple because many other things get in … Read more
Conflict is difficult to deal with, and it is especially tough in the adolescent years. Your child is already going through many changes in their body and mind. Conflict simply adds another complex layer to a time in life where things may already feel as though they are in an upheaval. By supporting your child … Read more
It can be overwhelming and discouraging when your teenager breaks the law. There are mixed feelings of wanting to protect your child yet wanting them to taste the consequences. Here are some ideas to help you navigate through this difficult time as a parent. Be Supportive We all make mistakes and bad choices. Teens have … Read more
Bullying is something that is unfortunately happening far too often in our society. Gone are the days where there were a few bullies per school who picked on kids but were kept in place by teachers and societal norms. The innovation of modern technology, although it has benefits, has brought along with it some very … Read more
Everyone loves to say that the grandparents’ job is to spoil their grandchildren. But, what if you really are spoiling them in a way that will harm them, without meaning to? Stories have been coming out lately stressing that grandparents can be responsible for making their grandkids more susceptible to cancer because of junk food … Read more
As a grandparent, one of your most important jobs is to ensure that you bond with and stay close to your grandchildren. Today, that’s possible even at a distance if you use technology to your advantage. These tips will help. * Listen More Talk Less – You know the saying, “God gave you two ears … Read more