Number One – To Know They Are Loved. This forms the basis for a child's sense of self. They need to be both told and shown they are loved. You cannot overdo this one. Sometimes men will tell me saying I love you to their child is something they are not comfortable doing. Usually their … Continue reading The Two Most Important Things All Children Need
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Breaking Free of the Chameleon Life
“To live life based on the expectations of others, is to live the life of a chameleon; constantly trying to read situations and become whatever they are expected to be. The problem with the life of a chameleon is one never knows who they really are.” People’s strong, positive reaction to the above paragraph (and … Continue reading Breaking Free of the Chameleon Life
Embracing Your Circle of Control
My ten-year-old daughter, Rebekah, squatted beside me in the shade of the plum tree in our back yard. I was scrubbing my soaked and soaped hunting dog, Susie. My labored breathing and mumbling through gritted teeth made my attitude of exasperation palpable. I hadn’t planned on bathing my dog when I came home for lunch … Continue reading Embracing Your Circle of Control
Stories With Heart 