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Like schools of fish, teens who abuse drugs and alcohol tend to hang in the same crowd. They garner a kind of moral support or legitimacy from like-minded and behaving peers for their drug and alcohol consumption. Further, when drug and alcohol consumption reaches the abuse stage, they are seen ... Views: 781
I'm often asked what I think the Obama presidency will mean for fathers. I think there are some reasons to be optimistic and some reasons to be pessimistic. Below I list a bunch of them, not in any particular order.
Positive: Obama clearly understands the importance of fathers, and has often ... Views: 782
Having a first aid kit in any home or business is absolutely essential. From small cuts to larger medical issues, a first aid kit can solve a range of medical problems. Here are some tips on how to properly stock a kit for your home or facility.
• Utilize an information guide for ... Views: 1342
There is a dilemma in parenting right now regarding the concept of “core values.” How does a parent build core values in a child? Let’s begin by talking about the innate and natural abilites that exist within a child by making the assumption that there is, in most people, the ability to ... Views: 1269
So often, we are disgusted and frustrated with our home, the clutter and mess that is in it and the fact that we feel like we have lost control.
Part of the problem is because we don't have the cooperation of other family members that we would like to have. Plus the fact that we have our own ... Views: 1258
Home is truly our external heart and as such it needs a lot of care and attention in its decorating and development. Invite friends and family to contribute to the creation of your home. A house is merely a dwelling; it becomes a home when you use your heart to express your environment in a ... Views: 834
Holidays are meant to be happy, joyous and life-affirming times. Filled with joy and gratitude we return home to our families, fill our bellies with delicious food and our hearts with cheer. Right?
Well, truth be told that in most cases this just isn’t true. Instead of happiness, anger brews. ... Views: 3004
I have yet to meet anyone that wishes they spent more time in the office or on their career; instead everyone seems to miss time with their families and friends. Family is not limited in this discussion and context to those related only by blood. Many of us have our truest and best family by ... Views: 840
Changing your name by deed poll is really quite simple. People decide to change their name for many reasons but the process of actually changing it only requires the completion of a deed poll in the presence of a witness.
Most people have their name chosen or given to them by their parents. ... Views: 723
Are you planning a simpler, more meaningful Christmas this year? Many families are putting aside the trinkets and the toys, and rediscovering the peace that comes from spending quality time with family and friends.
Just because you're celebrating more simply this year, that doesn't mean you ... Views: 954
Depression can be a temporary response to many different situations and stresses. In adolescents, depressed mood is common because of the normal maturation process, the stress associated with it, the influence of sex hormones, and independence conflicts with parents.
It may also be a reaction ... Views: 693
The particular therapeutic techniques vary according to the particular kind of client or issue, but commonly include keeping a diary of significant events and associated feelings, thoughts and behaviors; questioning and testing cognitions, assumptions, evaluations and beliefs that might be ... Views: 3225
I have yet to meet anyone that wishes they spent more time in the office or on their career; instead everyone seems to miss time with their families and friends. Family is not limited in this discussion and context to those related only by blood. Many of us have our truest and best family by ... Views: 815
Peace on Earth, goodwill toward men (well, everybody). It doesn’t matter what faith or denomination you espouse, Peace on Earth is the dominant theme of the season. Peace is a state of harmony among people, freedom from strife, a feeling of serenity and tranquility. Peace. How ... Views: 815
Trasylol, manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals was one of the most common drugs used during heart bypass surgeries for the last 14 years. However in 2007, the FDA recalled Trasylol because it was found that it is directly linked to causing kidney failure and complications in those who were ... Views: 648
The holidays are nearly here and many of us will be spending time with family. For many people this involves seeing relatives that they may only see at this time of the year. We do not always like or agree with all of our relatives and this can bring about stress and tension for days, weeks or ... Views: 968
Finding the best Christmas candles for yourself can be pretty nerve wracking. After all, you not only want to find stylish candles which suit your home perfectly, but are also make sure that they are affordable for your pocket! So how do you locate such candles? In this article I am going to ... Views: 532
Christmas candles are an integral part of every family which celebrates Christmas, particularly those who value traditions. Sure, light bulbs seem to have taken over candles in a big way, but can anything really replace the warmth and fragrance that a candle oozes in Christmas? I don't think ... Views: 473
Feng Shui is the traditional Chinese method of arranging objects such as furniture to help people achieve their goals and to be successful. The word Feng means wind and Shui translates to water. As Feng Shui is applicable to other rooms of the house, so it is applicable to the dining room and ... Views: 1804
Have you recently and unexpectedly experienced kidney complications that have caused you severe pain and emotional distress? Kidney complications that have progressed to failure resulting in death have been linked to a certain drug that has been administered during heart surgery in the past ... Views: 854
Are the holidays filled with loneliness for you? Do you feel like it’s just a lot of work for you? Is the meaning of the holidays lost? Has this just happened now that your children are out of the house and maybe you have been on your own for awhile? Holidays are definitely one of the ... Views: 979
The holiday season is tough for many people. Family events and holiday parties remind us of our unhappiness with love and our family history. You can’t go back, but you can certainly learn from the past and use your discomfort with this time of year to motivate you to examine yourself and set ... Views: 3203
Are you concerned about the foundation of your family in a rapidly changing world? Do you want to parent your children in a values-based environment? Do you want to get clear inside yourself about what your values are in order to share them with your children?
We wrote this article to help you ... Views: 797
When parents have a problem or concern, they need to keep their cool and use non-blameful ways to communicate their feelings. As soon as parents threaten or blame, children stop listening and start thinking about how to defend themselves. If you want others to listen to your feelings or ... Views: 1051
The last few times I’ve gotten together with my parents, my dad and I have gotten into an argument and hurt each other’s feelings about something or other. We’ve always easily triggered one another. We’ve gotten along pretty well over the last few years, but lately we ... Views: 467
Are you a dad or a father? A dad is someone who not only physically helped to create the life of a child, but also supports that child with the basic necessities (food, clothing and shelter) and provides guidance and advice to see his child through life.
A dad demonstrates that he loves his ... Views: 7144
Does it take a family or a village to raise a child? This question became the subject of great controversy during the 1996 presidential election with the publication of Hillary Clinton’s well-known book, It Takes a Village: And Other Lessons Children Teach Us.
But somewhere between the two ... Views: 1070
Perhaps in Shakespeare's time, a rose by any other name would smell as sweet but that's not necessarily so in the twenty-first century. Today we know that words can inspire us to achieve goals we never thought possible, but they can also fuel ethnic, racial, or religious prejudice. Given the ... Views: 1959
Brave New Definitions
Let's talk about what the brave new definition of a stepparent must sound like to our kids and stepkids.
The one that must be most confusing to kids is the family whose co-parents have not had a traditional wedding with vows, honeymoon and name change for Mom. Mom ... Views: 730
The Aero Air Bed mattress is made for occasional use, making it a great bed for use in the guest room, on your next camping trip, or travel trips that call for a portable sleeping surface. In addition to being portable, the beds are made to be durable, compact and strong.
So, if you're ... Views: 2882
How to enjoy a stressed-less Thanksgiving Holiday
(c) 2008 Robin G. Tramble
1. First and foremost you must remember the true essence of the Holiday. Thanksgiving is a season of giving thanks. Alert your family to the “no negative talk zone.” Yes, no negative talk zone, this is a time for an ... Views: 716
Backpacking with children can be a challenge, but it is a good way for kids to learn about the outdoors and develop independence and responsibility. It is also just a great way to have fun. That is, as long as you plan well. Here are four tips to help you out.
1. Generate Interest
Forcing ... Views: 702
Have you ever seen children making fun of some boy or girl for having some weird name? Yes, we all have seen such things happen around us. You can also comprehend what impact it may have on the minds of young children when someone teases them for their names. But in most cases, once the name is ... Views: 681
I've often discussed the issue of the rights of lesbian “social mothers”–women who agreed to employ a sperm donor so that they could have children with their lesbian partners, who are the biological mothers.
I do believe that children fare best when they have both a mom and a dad, and that ... Views: 746
Did you know that in Victorian times, people were so repressed, that not only was the sight of a female ankle considered scandalous, even the sight of table legs was considered unseemly and indecorous! So it was that table legs were also required to be kept covered and out of sight; they were ... Views: 5635
We see them every day. People that have lost their jobs, income and quality of lifestyle. However, there is one thing that keeps them from recovering even when help is available.
They simply won't accept help when it is offered.
Why is that? Why would people desperate for ways to feed ... Views: 1207
As customers and diners trickle into your restaurant, they will take a moment to look around and absorb their surroundings, especially while they wait to be seated. If you decorate the place right, your customers will feel the ambiance created by the elegant and stylish elements of your ... Views: 866
While our options today are almost bottomless, we somehow manage to go back to flowers when we pick out the perfect gift. As a jeweler residing in the Philippines, I get requests every so often asking me to cast diamonds at the center of flower shaped earrings or make a gold bracelet look like a ... Views: 710
Becoming a father is an exciting event. Although much of the attention is on the new mother during this time, it's just as important to give some special attention to the father. You can make your new dad gift part of a baby shower gift for both parents, or you can give special attention to your ... Views: 1537
The kitchen is a woman’s territory, no doubt, but there are some men who can cook too. That said, a woman tends to imbue her personality in her kitchen, modeling it to suit her aesthetic tastes. Some prefer country or feminine themes, while others like to go modern or minimalist. Interior ... Views: 780
A form of food made from flour and baked at very high temperatures to tickle your taste buds-that’s the cake for you. Ever wondered what birthdays would be like without the ceremonial cake cutting? Cakes may be prepared in different flavors thereby adding to the diverse variety of cakes ... Views: 1201
Thanksgiving seems to arrive at lightning speed after Halloween. No sooner has the last trick or treater left your door and you are making Thanksgiving dinner plans. When our children were young, Thanksgiving was a very "Norman Rockwellesque" holiday for us. The whole family gathered at Grandma ... Views: 1519
Leftovers are gone, weight-gain is on, favorite presents used and worn. No more holiday cookies to bake, just New Year’s Resolutions to make—and later not forsake!
Here is a brief, fun and innovative list of Resolutions that not only involves the whole family but can also change ... Views: 1418
Whether it’s for a special occasion or no occasion at all, receiving a bouquet of flowers always makes us feel good. Unfortunately though, the shelf life of cut flowers is very short; once a flower is cut from its mother plant, it gets cut off from its life support system. Your colorful ... Views: 1035
In the end, you will only get satisfaction from your collection for two reasons. You must be able to appreciate the items already in your collection and you must look forward to the hunt for any items you are missing in your collection.
How Do You Display Your Collectibles?
While many people ... Views: 843
Choosing between paint and wallpaper when making a wall makeover can be a major dilemma, as both have their own set of advantages. Paint has been the preferred option because it is the cheapest way to redo walls and the easiest to apply. But choosing paint over wallpaper and borders also has its ... Views: 1752
If you are a new recruit, you will need to go to basic training. There are things that you will need to do before you leave that might be easy to forget. You may remember later but it will be too late. The following are things that new recruits usually forget:
Be sure to take regular postal ... Views: 2041
My dad woke up one morning feeling, as he put it, “Not quite right and a bit wobbly”. In being the strong-willed, tenacious, non-complainer that he is, he figured it was just part of the package of being 80 years old.
However, after a few days of these lingering effects, he decided to go see ... Views: 956
As the holiday season draws near, you're sure to be busy making your list and checking it twice. Between balancing your budget with your children's wish lists, battling the shopping malls for the best bargains, planning family gatherings, decking the halls, preparing holiday meals, gift ... Views: 546
It’s time for the trick-or-treaters to ring doorbells nationwide. And just like everything else in life, there’s a choice we need to make, one this time that is associated with a holiday. The big choices that face parents and trick-or-treat households these days are:
-What should ... Views: 608