Parenting is dynamic
Being a parent is dynamic. What works well today might not work tomorrow. A good parent is capable of adjusting to change and making adjustments in what is needed in light of new realities. In order to navigate parenting you need to know your core values–and then stick to those values. These values must be […]
Dad is gone and Mom is still sick.
Dad is traveling for his business this week. Mom is still not feeling well after two weeks of being sick and Dad even seems concerned. Before he left on his trip he got us three kids all together and asked us to help Mom and be extra kind to each other. Sometimes my brother […]
“When I was just about your age…”
Telling stories with meaning as a parent are quite easy. You need to OBSERVE, LISTEN, RELATE, RECALL, and CONCLUDE. Here is what I did as a parent when telling stories to my two girls: Observed what my child was dealing with that day. This was foundational for using my experience to create a story. Listened […]
A really good time with Dad.
Well, I went camping and decided it was not a good idea to take Andy. Boy, am I glad! There was a big anthill not far from our camp site. My friend, Fred, doesn’t like insects at all. He freaked out and made a real mess of the anthill. Ants went crazy, and some of […]
Turn your Life experience into Adventure Stories!
Your life may seem mundane to you but to your child your life stories can be unforgettable memories for your child. Your stories can teach and transform the thinking of your child. Keep the story simple. Make the situation an adventure. Close the story with a lesson learned. The Adventures of Andy Ant started as […]