Are Children Given Too Much?

We’re being shown in the news regularly about how difficult it is for youth, even those with higher education, to find jobs and achieve the American Dream. One consultant recently estimated that 85 percent of new college graduates are returning home to live with their parents. This could be the … Read More

College Tips: Guys to Guys – Part 2

This is a continuing series. Check out our first post! Going off to college forces a lot of change. No longer are you under your parent’s roof, rules, or values. Responsibility of going to class, work, and sleeping all fall upon YOU. Here are some practical tips for the newly … Read More

College Tips: Guys to Guys – Part 1

Going off to college forces a lot of change. No longer are you under your parent’s roof, rules, or values. Responsibility of going to class, work, and sleeping all fall upon YOU. Here are some practical tips for the newly responsible men. Remember to bathe… daily. Hygiene goes a long … Read More

College Tips: Girls to Girls – Part 2

(This article is a continuation….read part 1 HERE) A few nights ago, some of my friends and I were reflecting on those wonder years of college. We realized there was wealth of knowledge we gained along the way. It’s probably not what you are thinking though. Of course we learned … Read More

College Tips: Girls to Girls – Part 1

A few nights ago, some of my friends and I were reflecting on those wonder years of college. We realized there was wealth of knowledge we gained along the way. It’s probably not what you are thinking though. Of course we learned about the War of 1812, Euclidian geometry, and … Read More

What’s Your Learning Style?

The beginning of the school year is a great time to assess your learning style.  (Or your child’s learning style.)  Knowing the best way you learn can help you create an environment in which you can be successful.  Not everyone does their best sitting in silence at a desk or … Read More

Help Your Kids Stand Up

As we are all getting ready to send our kids back to school, the topic of bullying starts to become more prevalent. It is plastered all over the news these days with school shootings, cyber bullying, teen suicides being linked back to bullying. Bullying can come in different forms but … Read More

School Schedule Stressors

Like the ebb and flow of low and high tide at the beach, school starting can bring a sense of rhythm and order to the unscheduled freedom of summer vacation.  It can also bring added stressors that impact the family in multiple ways.   Getting all family members out the door … Read More

Handy Hints for Hitting the Books

A few helpful hints for hitting the books at the beginning of another school year. Stay organized with a calendar and set up a schedule to complete homework.  Set aside time to complete projects and mark it on the calendar. This can be more effective than beginning a paper at … Read More