Parenting

Schitt’s Creek Forever

Schitt’s Creek Forever

All of a sudden, back in March, 2020, the world as we knew it stopped. We were all home. No school. No games. No travel. No social life. No nothing! If you lived with teens, like me, then you had even more to deal with. And, then we discovered the show, Schitt's...

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Senior Year Trip Ideas

Senior Year Trip Ideas

The high school senior year includes senior year activities and events, college preparation or alternate career preparation, graduation, and some optional extras. These extras include graduation parties for your son or daughter and senior trips.

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25+ Movies for Valentine’s Day

25+ Movies for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s season is here, and it’s a great time to watch some movies for Valentine’s Day that are all about love. These are not just about romantic love, but love between friends and family as well. These are great movies to use as a springboard to some conversations about realistic love.

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Is Your Teen Headed Back to College?

Is Your Teen Headed Back to College?

Have a teen headed back to college?

Before they leave, sit down and talk with you teen about what their expectations are for the next semester. Do they have any worries? Do they need some different strategies to move forward?

Honest conversations and a listening ear might go a long way towards easing their minds.

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8 Best Books for Parenting Teens

8 Best Books for Parenting Teens

I tried to think about where I have looked over the years to help us when we were frustrated or upset, or just needing a few pointers. When it comes to parenting, here are 8 of my favorite go-to best books for parenting teens.

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9 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Young Adults

9 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Young Adults

Having young adults make New Year’s Eve really fun! They’re old enough to stay up till midnight. Old enough to help with creating fun. Old enough to help make decisions about what the plans should be. Have a great time celebrating New Year’s Eve with young adults!

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