Why I’m glad my son and his friend threw dog poop the neighbor’s yard
Okay, okay, so I truly wish this never happened -- but it did! So I'm choosing to look past my embarrassment and focus on the important lessons that I'm glad we've learned from this experience. And I remind myself that this is all part of life and...
Dinnertime Drama
Recently a mom asked me how she could get her kids to eat what she made for dinner. Despite not wanting to cook different meals for each child, she found herself catering to their requests because it was easier than letting them whine, complain or refuse to eat. She...
When no really means YES
There’s only one scenario where saying “no” to someone actually means “yes” -- it’s when you say no to something that doesn’t support your priorities! Saying no to others means saying yes to yourself. “If you don’t design your life plan, chances are you’ll fall...