What advice do you have for parenting adult children? This is a big and very good question. I have three adult kids, but am new at this because they are only 23, 21, and 18. It reminds me of when I would ask my mom, who had eleven children, a question about potty training. “Well, […]
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Don’t you love it when you see a friend in the grocery store? I’ve always wondered why it doesn’t happen more often. For Pete’s Sake! I go to the same grocery store once or twice a week. The store is close to my house. I know A LOT of people. Why do I usually only
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Why do I post? – Because I want to spread the FACT that raising a family is rewarding, even though it is a mixed bag of hardship, pleasant surprises, pain, sweet love, disappointment and long lasting joy. – Because I would love to know that someone learned from my mistake or experience instead of having
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Being an involved parent helps your school, you community, but most importantly your own child, who learns quickly that their education is important to YOU. Being on the PTA is one way many parents help. There are so many ways you can contribute a little or a lot in a Parent Teacher Organization. Then there
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Here are a few of our favorites for camp outs: Easy Dutch Oven Enchiladas by Kristin Shaeffer 2 cans black beans 2 cans kernel corn 2 dozen corn tortillas 1 big can enchilada sauce 8 oz grated cheese Line the dutch oven with tin foil to make clean up easier. Coat bottom with a little
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At first, I wondered if the contractions were the “real” kind because they climbed, reached a peak, and decreased in intensity, causing pain in my back and stomach, which was caused to tighten. Other types of “contractions” I had felt before were Braxton-Hicks which were merely the tightening of the stomach (no pain) and menstrual
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August 1, 1993 It was fun to answer inquiries at church. “When are you due?” “Today.” I answered. I wanted to walk to church because I had so much energy. I kept up a really good pace – in high heels even. With the Miamaid (14-15 year old girls) lesson I prepared being on abortion,
– Folding arms for prayer before eating. Repeating the prayer givers words… Three year olds love this. – Lots of hugs and kisses. – Time out consistently when infractions occur – three and two year olds don’t love this, but it is essential for long term sanity. Kicking and biting and hitting are not allowed
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If you look at Draicoe and Daxis for the first time, you might think they are twins, but they are just 1 1/2 years apart. I have been getting to know Draicoe and Daxis’ differences, which has been fun: Draicoe: Social – He chatters and loves following Curt or I around the house. He would
Parenting little kids again, Oh my! Draicoe is 3 1/2 and Daxis is almost 2. Duncan and I are their legal guardians for two months so that their mom can get stable enough to get them back. I can hardly believe I am so tired, or am I sick? I KNOW I am insane. This
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