Grief and the Single Parent…

Greetings, Two days ago when I returned home from my usual four day trip I suddenly found myself feeling “heavy”. You know, when you feel like you are literally carrying a forty pound bag of something on your back?  So I began to talk…

What’s recognized as the “holiday season”…

Greetings! It’s that time of year once again where everything we see and hear is sending us messages to spend, spend, and spend more often than not, money we don’t really have. Before you get caught up I caution you to think about what…

Do you know what Lean is???

Greetings! This week I learned of a new drug that is increasingly popular with some adolescents that I want to share with you. It is called “Lean.”  Have you heard of it?  I had not before today. As with any drug, it’s simply dangerous…

How prepared are you for…..

Parent/teacher conferences? Greetings! It’s that time for most school districts to begin preparing for parent/teacher conferences.  Do you realize how important this meeting is for the success of your child’s education?  Let me give you a few reasons why. First, it’s important for your…

Here’s What You Said……

Greetings! A HUGE thank you to those of you who participated in our single parent survey! Each of you provided  meaningful input and suggestions that will not only benefit yourself but also every parent visiting this blog. I love hearing from you whether privately…

Beauty on a Budget “Like & And” Share!”

Greetings! Single fathers never would I ignore you, but this post is geared to mothers only because of the girl factor!  If you have a significant person in your life feel free to share this with her however, she will probably find it meaningful!…

Dating Survey Questions, Your input is needed!

Greetings! This will be a continued series and due to recurring question I receive regarding dating relationships I thought to open the conversation here. The more impactful it will be if you join in. Are you a dating single parent mom or dad?  If…

MIA..Values and Respect…

Greetings! Being raised on a farm proves to be more pricelss for me by the day, how many times have I wished I could have given my son a similar experience.  As an adult the benefits of that beginning far outweigh the disadvantages. That…

Your Child and Dating Violence..

Greetings Moms and Dads! If you have a pre-teen or teen in school you are entering into a busy time of the school year. Athletic events, Homecoming, Sweetheart Swirl, and Prom are just a few important milestones in your child’s life that are more…

What’s Lactose Intolerance????

Greetings Moms and Dads! Do you or your child experience digestive difficulties after drinking cow’s milk or after consuming any similar dairy product?  If so, the likely culprit might be lactose intolerance.  Here’s a bit more info on this topic. Lactose is a type…