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"Divorce Decision: Things To Consider When Making A Decision About Divorce" By : Karl Augustine When making a divorce decision, there are quite a few things that you should consider. Too often people find themselves unable to clearly identify what they need to think about when making a divorce ... "Trading Spouses" Teaches Relationship Building Through Cooking By : Laura Bankston Last night I watched a television show. It was rather hilarious and disturbing at the same time. I was actually talking to my mother when I first heard about it. I called her to chat and she told m... How to Give the "Gift of a Lifetime" By : Van Day Giving that special someone a special gift can be very difficult. Depending on the situation and occasion, it can be a very tricky thing. You want to do the right thing, but if you’re not careful, i... How To Identify What The Question "Should I get a divorce?" Means To You. By : Karl Augustine Deciding about whether you should get a divorce or not is an agonizing experience to go through. If you are asking yourself "should I get a divorce?", you've been thinking about your relationship's s... "Does Your Sexless Marriage Have You Thinking About Divorce?" By : Karl Augustine If you are in a sexless marriage and are unhappy because of it, don't worry, it isn't unrecoverable but it is serious cause for concern. You may even be thinking that you need a divorce because of yo... "Divorce Advice: Getting Divorce Advice From the Right Source" By : Karl Augustine Getting the right type of divorce advice depends on what type of divorce advice you want and what you want to use it for. When looking for advice about divorce, it is smart to clearly define what you... "Contested" And "Uncontested Divorce" By : James Wood A divorce case is contested if the parties cannot agree on every one of the issues involved in their particular situation. Common areas of disagreement include, but are not limited to: grounds for di... Raising "Advantaged" Kids - (An everyday, ordinary mother and her guide to teaching) By : Beverly Jean Ballard As a mother of 2 - a 4-year old and an 18-year old, it was important to me that I give my my children all that I have to offer as far as education (I don't have much...a high school diploma and 1 yea... Your Beautiful Baby--Understanding Early Childhood Development By : Larry Denton Your car came with one. Your TV has one. Even your cell phone has one. . . but when you have a little bundle of joy entering your life, an instruction manual does not come with the delivery. Children are a special gift--full of love, adventure, hope a... Wedding Dresses -- How to Choose the Right Wedding Gown for Your Big Day By : Larry Denton Wedding dresses are literally the icing on the cake on every bride's wedding day. You can find perfect wedding gowns online, or simply brainstorm which style of wedding dresses to start looking for as you narrow down your search. First you need t... Your Car Mad Dad By : Larry Denton Finding the perfect gift for your car mad dad on father’s day can be quite an ordeal. Okay, so your dad has had a few years head start to collect the stuff he really likes and you probably can’t afford to buy the car of his dreams; the model probably chan... It’s Time to Start Thinking about Mother's Day By : Larry Denton Mother’s Day is approaching fast. This year it falls on Sunday, May 8th, so you still have time left to come up with the ideal gift for your Mom. And don't forget that Mother's Day is an ideal day to honor any woman in your life, not just your Mom. So d... Gift Baskets – A Gift For the Person Who Has Everything ! By : Larry Denton Ever wondered what to give the “Person Who Has Everything”? A Gift Basket could be just the thing. Have you been from shop to shop and thought “Yes This is It” and then discounted the gift because it wasn’t really what you wanted. My best friend ha... Gift Baskets - Create Simple Easy Gifts For the Person Who Has Everything! By : Larry Denton Have you ever thought about giving a personalized Gift Basket? Is it just me or do you also get excited when you give a gift to your friends and family and you know they love it! The downside you give a gift and you just know they hate it! U... Sailing Theory, Sailing Terms and Weather By : Larry Denton Sailing Theory The sum of all wind pressure on the sail is called wind force. The center of that force, which is above the water, is called the center of effort (CE). The center of the force below the surface of the water is calledthe center of la... Learning To Let Go Of High Expectations By : Larry Denton Publishing Guidelines: You may freely reprint this article in a print or online magazine, e-zine, or newsletter provided you leave the byline intact, don’t change the content (except for grammar/punctuation), and make The Dabbling Mum web address click... Long Distance Care for Your Aging Parent Living Alone By : Larry Denton In 1987, 8.5 million elderly lived alone; by 2020, 13.3 million elderly will live alone. These elderly may suffer if they don’t have face-to-face interaction with others or if they don’t have measures in place to handle emergencies. As a child or caring r... Organize Your Move With A Moving Checklist By : Lee Dobbins Moving is a chaotic and stressful time. There’s so many things to arrange, having utilities switched, signing up the kids for a new school, scheduling the movers, packing the house. With all the other things you do it’s not easy to find the time to get ev... Birthday Party Photo Tips – How to Make Yours Truly Stand Out By : Lee Dobbins How many of the birthday party pictures you've seen are kept just because they are of someone's birthday, not because it is inherently a terrific photograph? When was the last time you heard anyone exclaim: “THIS IS REALLY A GREAT BIRTHDAY PHOTO?... Save a Life...In a Story By : Lee Dobbins Save a Life…In a Story By Marcia Passos Duffy www.NewEnglandLifeStories.com So many people keep meaning to interview their parents or grandparents -- and capture all those entertaining and enlightening family stories. But most pe... Terri Schiavo's Gift By : Lee Dobbins Terri Schiavo's Gift By Vicki Rackner MD Terri Schiavo and her family have given us a gift. They remind us that planning for your death is your final act of love. For the past few weeks, we have witnessed painful lessons we wou... "Stranger Danger" revisited: Concentrate on situations and actions! By : Lee Dobbins Children do not understand the concept of "stranger". When you try to explain to them, it is even difficult to explain. Therefore, situations need to be discussed and acted out for young children to understand what to watch out for! It needs to be comm... Build Child's Self-Esteem to Increase Safety By : Lee Dobbins Low self-esteem in children leaves them vulnerable to the compliments and praise of a stranger. Children that receive continual support from home will feel good about them, have higher self-esteem, and be more self-confident. Children with self-co... Considering Daycare? Consider the Pros and Cons. By : Lee Dobbins When you’re a parent it’s a difficult decision to know whether to send your child to daycare or not. We have provided many of the pros and cons of sending your child to daycare for your consideration. In our opinion, nothing replaces the day-to-day intera... Help! Prices Keep Going Up! By : Lee Dobbins Gasoline is going up in price constantly, as are groceries, taxes and other things we have no control over. We are all under pressure to make do with less--be it money or time. Here are a few suggestions for saving time and money around... People We Never Will Forget By : Lee Dobbins There are special people that walk in and out of our lives, but leave their footprints behind for us to remember. And what is interesting is that even though distance or years may separate you, you never forget their presence or the memories you shared to... Bet You Didn't Know That There's Such A Thing As A Cool Quiz! By : Brian Fong Q. Can you help me come up with a cool quiz? A. I am known as the King of Cool in the realm of the Quiz master. This question is right up my alley! The term cool quiz means different things to different people. As you might imagine, the sub... There's Never a Bad Time To Start Helping To Spread The Word of God By : Brian Fong Q. What's the right age to start giving a Bible quiz to my child? A. The moment that she is able to recognize pictures or symbols. It's never too soon to start teaching a child about God, and a Bible quiz is an outstanding way to do it. Wh... Potty Training: Battle of the Wills By : Brian Fong Some children practically potty train themselves, while others struggle and resist against the potty. Potty training should never turn into the battle of the wills. If it does, both you and your child will loose. When dealing with strong-willed child, it... Would Chopin Have Passed A Music Quiz? By : Brian Fong Q. My children are very interested in playing music. Is there such a thing as a music quiz for kids? A. Sure there's such a thing as a music quiz, and you can find one right inside of your head. Just reach up there, pull it out, and put it down on... TV's effects on your family: Lessons from the Easter Egg Hunt By : Katherine Westphal It was the big Easter Egg Hunt. My friend Christy and I lined up with the other kids. We all gazed greedily at the field of goodies before us. "GO!" yelled the announcer. En masse we rushed forwards. For some reason, everyone veered to the left. I stop... Should We Apologize To Our Children? By : Katherine Westphal An apology is a sign of strength, not weakness. Sometimes we may believe that if we apologize to our children we weaken ourselves and the rules we are trying to keep. We may also believe it will make our children think their behavior was okay. It is impor... TV news: Turn it off and get a better picture of the world By : Katherine Westphal Television news programs are just about the worst way to get news for two important reasons. 1) Television itself inhibits the functioning of left brain rational analysis. 2) The television media has become centralized into a few huge media co... Mirrors of Reality By : Katherine Westphal Mirrors of Reality Have you ever looked into a mirror and wondered what happened that changed you from the last time you looked? Good news! It really doesn't matter if it was a good change or not! Why not? Because you really aren'... It's Raining this Morning By : Katherine Westphal It’s raining! I woke up this morning and it was raining, not a startling fact in itself but for a brief instant my life flashed up strong as if viewable on a giant TV screen on the ceiling above my head! It’s raining, it’s 7.30am, my wife and baby are asl... Becoming a More Consistent Parent – A Simple Suggestion By : Guy Harris Consistency happens to be one of the biggest challenges I personally face in working with my children. I understand that it is an important issue. I write about it. I teach it in my business. And still I struggle. I share the question on almost eve... Guy Harris By : Guy Harris I hear the questions again and again: “How do I get my child to … …quit whining?” …do their homework?” …clean their room?” …do the dishes?” And I hear all kinds of answers for each situation. Here is my proposal, rathe... The Perfect Birthday Present for that Little Girl (No Batteries Required) By : Guy Harris The Dilemma As a mom of a five-year-old girl, I have attended countless birthday parties in the past few years. With each event, comes the inevitable trip to the toy store to find an appropriate gift for the child of honor. I began to dread the gift-b... Baby Room Themes: Fun Ideas Your Baby Will Love By : Guy Harris Decorating a nursery for your new baby can be a fun and exciting experience. It will be the first place for your baby to dream, to experience, and to grow. Here are a few things to keep in mind: Location. Calm surroundings are critical t... Developing Your Child's Self -Respect By : Guy Harris Self-respect means taking satisfaction in appropriate behavior and hard-won accomplishments. People with self-respect also respect others. They do not need to disparage others or build themselves up by bragging or exaggerating their abilities or talents. ... Teaching Your Child Courage By : Guy Harris Courage is the ability to overcome fear in order to do what is right, even if it is difficult or risky. Courage can mean facing physical dangers, but it also can mean standing up for beliefs and making hard decisions on the basis of evidence rather than o... Build Your Child's Strong Character Through Responsibility By : Anil Vij Being responsible means being dependable, keeping promises and honoring our commitments. It is accepting the consequences for what we say and do. It also means developing our potential. People who are responsible don't make excuses for their ac... Building Your Child's Honest and Fairness By : Anil Vij Honesty and Fairness Simply put, honesty means being truthful with ourselves and with others. It means caring enough about others not to mislead them for personal benefit. It means facing up to our mistakes, even when we have to admit them to other... Teaching Your Child To Be Respectful By : Anil Vij Respect for others is based on self-respect and is summed up in the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have others do unto you. It is the value that makes the world a more decent and civilized place. People show respect in many ways. They spea... Teach Your Child's Honesty And Fairness By : Anil Vij Honesty and Fairness Simply put, honesty means being truthful with ourselves and with others. It means caring enough about others not to mislead them for personal benefit. It means facing up to our mistakes, even when we have to admit them to other... Developing Citizenship and Patriotism In Your Child By : Anil Vij Citizenship requires doing our share for our community and our country. Being a good citizen means caring about the good of society and participating actively to make things better. Research reveals that participating in community service programs... Developing Your Child's Self Discipline By : Anil Vij Self-discipline is the ability to set a realistic goal or make a plan--then stick with it. It is the ability to resist doing things that can hurt others or ourselves. It involves keeping promises and following through on commitments. It is the foundati... How Develop Your Child's Good Judgement By : Anil Vij Good Judgement Children develop strong character by learning to think about and make sound judgments about what is right or wrong, good or bad. These are not always easy distinctions for adults to make, much less children. For example, ... Developing Your Child's Compassion By : Anil Vij Character is a set of qualities, or values, that shape our thoughts, actions,reactions and feelings. People with strong character show compassion are honest and fair display self-discipline in setting and meeting goals make good judgments,show respect to ... Develop Your Child's Self Confidence By : Anil Vij Let your child do as many things by himself or herself. Young children need to be watched closely. However, they learn to be independent and to develop confidence by doing tasks such as dressing themselves and putting their toys away. It's i... Watch your child progress By : Anil Vij As a parent, you can learn a lot about your child's learning and watch for signs of possible problems. Here are some things to look for and to discuss with his teacher: Starting at age 3 or 4: Does your child remember nursery rhymes, and ... Visiting the Library By : Anil Vij Libraries offer more than books. They are places of learning and discovery for everyone. Ask at the library about getting a library card in your child's name and, if you don't already have one, get a card for yourself. The Librarian Intr... Help Your Baby Develop Character By : Anil Vij How Can We Help Children Learn about Character? Children learn about strong character when parents and other adults in their daily lives · set a good example through their own behavior and actions, · set and communicate high ... Learning Activities For Your Baby By : Anil Vij Books and Babies - For babies from age 6 weeks to 1 year Sharing books is a way to have fun with your baby and to start him on the road to becoming a reader. What You Need Cardboard or cloth books with large, simple pictures of things with which babie... How to take charge of the TV By : Anil Vij Many children enjoy TV, and they can learn from it. Keep in mind, though, that young children often imitate what they see, good or bad. It's up to you to decide how much TV and what kinds of shows your child should watch. Think about your child... Review of "All Together Now" By : Anil Vij Review of "All Together Now" by Anita Jeram Candlewick Press, January 2005 Paperback, 40 pages ISBN: 0763626902 Recommended Ages: Baby - Preschool Review by Sherri Allen: Anita Jeram's "All Together Now" tells the st... How To Look For Baby Books By : Anil Vij Look for Books! The books that you pick to read with your child is very important. If you aren't sure of what books are right for your child, ask a librarian to help you choose titles. Introduce your child to books when she or he is a baby. Let ... Helping Children With Learning Porblem By : Anil Vij Your child may resist being read to or joining with you in the activities in this booklet. If so, keep trying the activities, but keep them playful. Remember that children vary a great deal in the ways that they learn. Don't be concerned if your... Helping Your Child Develop By : Anil Vij Here are some things that you can do to help your child develop Show your child that you care about him and that you are dependable. Children who feel loved are more likely to be confident. Your child must believe that, no matter what, som... Impact of Excercise and Medical Care on early learning By : Anil Vij Preschoolers need opportunities to exercise. To learn to control and coordinate the large muscles in his arms and legs, your child needs to throw and catch balls, run, jump, climb and dance to music. To learn to control and coordinate the small mu... Show Your Baby That You Read By : Anil Vij When you take your child to the library, check out a book for yourself. Then set a good example by letting your child see you reading for yourself. Ask your child to get one of her books and sit with you as you read your book, magazine, or news... Social and Emotional Preparation for Pre-school By : Anil Vij Children start school with different degrees of social and emotional maturity. These qualities take time and practice to learn. Give your child opportunities at home to begin to develop the following positive qualities. -Confidence: Childre... Teach Your Baby To Read English By : Anil Vij If your child's first language is not English, he or she can still become an excellent English reader and writer. Your baby is on the way to successful English reading if she is beginning to learn many words and is interested in learning to read in he... Typical Language Accomplishments By : Anil Vij I thought it was important for you to know the typical Language Accomplishments for Children, Birth to Age 3. Learning to read is built on a foundation of language skills that children start to learn at birth--a process that is both complicated a... Developing Your Baby's Language By : Anil Vij Children can develop language skills only if they have many opportunities to talk, listen and use language to solve problems and learn about the world. Long before your child enters school, you can do many things to help her develop language. You... Read Together With Your Baby By : Anil Vij Imagine sitting your baby in your lap and reading a book to him for the first time.How different from just talking! Now you're showing him pictures. You point to them. In a lively way, you explain what the pictures are. You've just helped yo... Boots! Boots! Boots! Boots! Boots! Boots! By : Anil Vij Nothing feels the same as slipping into a pair of leather boots for a night on the town. The exact opposite is the feeling you get sliding on boots for the winter snow and slush mess outside. Boots come in many shapes and sizes. They are made for stylish ... Children's Birthday Party Ideas and Locations By : Anil Vij While most children’s birthday parties are held at home, you may want to consider an offsite location. For starters, you won't have to be concerned about the current state of order and tidiness of your house. Plus, using the cultural ... REVISITING OUR PRIORITIES By : Anil Vij After his haircut, the young man stepped behind my chair and, without saying a word, hugged me. I must say, in all humility, it was a great haircut. It wasn’t the haircut, though, that brought about the hug. It was the result of a bond we had established ... Shoes Everywhere! By : Anil Vij People who believe shoes are shoes are mistaken. The comfort and support that the shoe offers is important. In fact, wearing improper shoes can cause more then just sore toes. Wearing a shoe that does not support or that is the wrong size can cause back p... Are You Spending Too Much Money on Baby Gear? By : Stephanie Gallagher Did you waste $57 today? I hope not. Unfortunately, so many new parents pay much more than they have to for baby products, because they don’t know the secrets the insiders know. Remember, just because you shop at so-called discount stores doesn’t m... Review of Emily Post's Etiquette, 17th Edition By : Stephanie Gallagher "Emily Post's Etiquette, 17th Edition" is not your grandmother's guide to manners. The most respected authority on all things proper since 1922, "Emily Post's Etiquette" has been completely rewritten by Peggy Post, Emily Post's great-granddaughter... Easter Bunny—New Member of Our Family! By : Stephanie Gallagher My husband and I decided to give our children a real treat this Easter...A real live Easter Bunny! We made a trip to our local Agway store and, as we suspected, they had several baby bunnies for sale, along with fresh-hatched chicks and ducks. Tha... Tips for Naming Your Baby By : Stephanie Gallagher Richard Wassell is a Parent and Owner of http://www.livinghealthysite.com Your baby's name reflects how you picture your baby as an adult. If you imagine that he may become an athletic person, you might select a name, which reflects physical stre... Old-fashioned Ways to Inspire Children By : Stephanie Gallagher Walk through any toy store and you will see walls and walls of toys that are loud -- toys that require batteries, have flashing lights, or that look like your child's favorite movie character. But, what about those of us who want to raise children with i... Revivin' From Revivals By : Stephanie Gallagher Remember the revivals they used to have around these parts back when we were growing up? I sure do. Back in those days, most churches had at least one revival each summer, usually in either July or August. We’re not talking just one night revivals... Livin' In Living Rooms? By : Stephanie Gallagher Most of us that grew up around here did so in homes that weren’t very big ones. They typically didn’t have fancy parlors, patios, breakfast nooks, or any of that other high falutin‘ stuff. But, no matter how small our houses were, they all had one thing i... The Fisherman Sweater By : Stephanie Gallagher The Fisherman Sweater Fisherman sweaters used to be something that were seen as items of warm and rugged work wear, but much as changed, and fisherman sweaters have followed jeans to make that transformation from work wear to a 20th century fashionabl... Mindfulness and Marriage: Moving Along By : Valerie Garner Marriage has to be the greatest opportunity for mindfulness on the planet. I used to think that parenting took top honors, but really, a good marriage lasts a lot longer than a good childhood. After all, the kids do move out eventually, but the sp... Two Hearts Are Now One By : Valerie Garner © Copyright 1997 - 2005 Rebecca Hanson Please ask permission to reproduce this article. Rebecca@YouCanHaveItAll.com February 14, 1997 It is fitting that I should write this story on Valentines Day, for this is a story of two broken hearts... How Can I Tell What Vibes I'm Sending Out? By : Valerie Garner © Michael Losier 2004. You may include this article in your ezine or on your website or distribute it to others, provided you include the copyright statement and the bio information tag line found at the end of this article. --------------------------... Will My Doubts and Fears Affect My Child? By : Valerie Garner Will My Doubts and Fears Affect My Child? © Copyright 2004 Rebecca Hanson Please ask permission to reproduce this article. Rebecca@YouCanHaveItAll.com "Will my doubts and fears affect my child?" This father is concerned about his son, a h... What to Do When Your Spouse or Your Friends are Negative? By : Valerie Garner © Michael Losier 2004. You may include this article in your ezine or on your website or distribute it to others, provided you include the copyright statement and the bio information tag line found at the end of this article. This year (2004), I've co... Codependent Relationships: Takers and Caretakers By : Valerie Garner The following article is offered for free use in your ezine, print publication or on your web site, so long as the author resource box at the end is included, with hyperlinks. Notification of publication would be appreciated. Title: Codependent... Developing Your Baby's Brain By : Valerie Garner Have you ever wondered why toys for babies tend to have so many bells, whistles and lights? Or why they have so many different textures, and materials and colors? It's almost as if we want to provide young babies with a whole world of stimulation and ... This man tried to molest my child online. By : Mandy P. I am a working single mother from the United States. I have 2 children. One boy(Cody) who is 14 and a healthy toddler(Mica). I wrote this articleput up because I needed to do something about the dangers that are currently on the internet. My son surfs the... Traditional and Modern Anniversary Gifts By : Mandy P. Most people know that the 50th wedding anniversary is the "golden" anniversary, and that the 25th is silver. But beyond that? Here are some traditional and modern conventions to follow when selecting anniversary gifts: Year: 1st Traditional G... Birthstones and their meanings By : Mandy P. A gift that incorporates birthstones is a thoughtful one for a mother or grandmother, especially when a new baby has come into the family. And of course, they make great birthday presents! January Traditional Gem(s): Garnet, Rose Quartz Mod... Removing Ink Stains By : Mandy P. You probably heard lots of recipes for removing ink from clothing and furniture but I'm going to share a few with you that you may not have come across yet. We have tried "Resolve Spot Magic Carpet Cleaner" on a carpet in our productio... Body Piercing, Is There Anything Wrong With It? By : Mandy P. When you spend a day at the mall, you see people with body piercings. Perhaps you see someone with a nose ring. Another may have a belly button ring. In fact, you may see people with some really crazy body piercing. Is there any reason that people should ... Twins Pregnancy…A Father’s Point of View By : Mandy P. So you’re expecting twins. Congratulations! Are you still in shock? I sure was. The thought of bringing two babies into the world at one time scared the heck out of me, especially since I was already the father of two boys (ages five and three). I ... You're the one in charge... By : Mandy P. You’re the one in charge… Terry Dashner…………Faith Fellowship Church PO Box 1586 Broken Arrow, OK 74013 His name was Samuel Adams. And he was a fiery soul. His daddy knew beer, but Samuel had no taste for it—the business end of it. Samuel hel... Saving Money With Coupons By : Mandy P. Coupons Can Save You money If used correctly coupons can save you a lot of money on your grocery bill. It's quite easy to get hooked on clipping coupons and getting used to big savings. I first got hooked on coupon savings a few years... Are You Chasing Dollars or Your Kids? By : Brian Maloney Striking a perfect balance between work and home today can be difficult task for most of us. However, do you ever wonder if your spending too much time chasing money and not enough with your children? Everything in moderation right? Haven’... Naming a Daughter -- Naming a Son. Do You Have "Gender Issues?" By : Brian Maloney When you hear the name Rex what comes to mind? Unless you had a dog or a horse named Rex as you were growing up, you probably imagined someone like an older man in a tweed jacket sitting in a dark, book-lined study as a small fire burns happil... What we teach our Children By : Brian Maloney Article: The following article is offered for free use in your ezine, print publication or on your web site, so long as the author resource box at the end is included, with hyperlinks. Notification of publication would be appreciated. T... Sports First Aid Kit: Are You Prepared? By : Brian Maloney Do you have an active family? Are your kids involved in soccer or little league? What sports are high on your priority list – running, golf, tennis? American Sports Data, Inc. estimates: - 50.6 million people over the age of 6 exercise frequent... Moms Are Women First By : Brian Maloney I'll bet that most moms forget that! Being a mom is but one of the many daily roles a mother performs and as this dominates her life, it may be difficult even for her to remember all the woman she is. While she is undoubtedly proud of her contrib... Baby Name Trends: From Classic to Hip By : Brian Maloney Goodbye Bertha, Hello Kaitlyn! The top baby names of today break with tradition and follow-up on new trends. Because choosing the perfect name can be a daunting task, many informative web sites have been launched with parents in mind. A name is c... EASTER: The Bunny and The Egg By : Brian Maloney Ever wonder why there's an "Easter Bunny"? Ever wonder why he brings eggs? And dyed ones at that! The Rabbit and the Hare, because of their frequent multiple births, are long time symbols of fertility. According to pre-Christian fertility lor...
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