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Can Your Kids Trust You?
Hello, Our children need to know they can trust us. It is important for children to know that they will be cared for, that they have parents and caregivers who are there for them and tell them the truth. We … Continue reading
The City was Booked Solid. Who would have guessed?
I figure I am old enough to have the life experience that allows me to make some simple assumptions. So I did. We were going to Calgary and going to arrive either on Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning. We wanted … Continue reading
Letting Go — Tough but Necessary
Hi, It’s September and the kids are starting a new school year. Whether it’s preschool, elementary or high school or a post secondary education; each stage demands that we step back and let our kids thrive at their new level. … Continue reading
Workforce Engagement Enhances Employee Productivity and Retention.
“I brag to my friends about our workplace.” I was about to begin a workshop for parents of teens who worked in a a downtown law firm when one of the participants made this comment. “Yeah, we’re so lucky to … Continue reading
Being Grandma
On July 26, I morphed from becoming a Grandma to being one. Six weeks ago I posted my third blog about becoming Grandma and since then I have been busy enjoying the experience. The day I became a Grandma is … Continue reading
Getting Ready for Back to School
Hi, You can’t miss the fact that it’s almost time to go back to school. The sales flyers and posters are everywhere. But shopping is only part of the preparation. There are some things we can do to ease the end … Continue reading
Back to School Preparation
Getting ready to go back to school involves more that just shopping. Here are some thoughts on the topic. Getting Ready for Back to School In less than two weeks kids will be back to school. Imagine. School will have … Continue reading
Visiting a New Baby
Hi, Okay, I admit it, I am a little focused on newborns right now. If you are a new parent wondering how to handle the social whirl brought on by the birth of you little one(s) or a visitor to … Continue reading
Effective Parents Make Effective Employees
Effective Parents make Effective Employees For most parents, September marks the beginning of the New Year. School is back in session and the routine for the rest of the year is in place. Even parents of babies and preschoolers treat … Continue reading
New Grandma Plays with the Infants
I wrote today’s newsletter for me. This is the day I will meet my two grandchildren who are going to be born later today. They are all I can think about at this time so I decided to remind myself … Continue reading
