Most parents don’t have a lot of time to plead, beg, bicker or repeat themselves. That is why I am a proponent of the “Tell, Don’t Ask” policy when dealing with children.
I learned the beauty of “Tell, Don’t Ask” from a seasoned teacher dedicated to the conservation of time and energy. It Simpson-like charm is [...]

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For some, the best holiday spot is at their own home and hearth. Thinking of holidays, like Christmas or Thanksgiving, brings to mind snow angels, scents of pine trees sparkling with glitter and lights, with family gathered to celebrate Yuletide traditions passed from generation to generation. With blended family units, and families tending [...]

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