Honesty is one of the most important qualities we can help our children develop. When kids learn to tell the truth—even when it’s hard—they grow into adults who are trustworthy, confident, and brave. But teaching […]
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There are birthdays… and then there are moments that shape who a child becomes. A few weeks ago I shared that Nell was turning 16, and we were celebrating her with a “Coming of Age”
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We spend a lot of time teaching our kids what to do and how to do it. We teach them how to brush their teeth, clean their rooms, and say please and thank you. But
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Valentine’s Day has become so commercialized that sometimes kids think they can’t give a valentine without spending money. But at its core, Valentine’s is about love! And what a better place to focus on love
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What are the SECRETS to raising kids to be money-smart? Start young, be consistent, & give them lots of opportunities to build experience. The more experience kids have with money while they’re young, the more
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I’ve learned something about myself over the years: sometimes “S.M.A.R.T. goals” don’t work for me. The kind that are perfectly measured, tracked, and evaluated at the end with a clear pass or fail. For some
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Every parent wants their child to grow up kind, confident, and connected. One of the most meaningful skills we can teach them is how to truly celebrate someone else’s success. Whether it’s a sibling winning
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As parents, we’ve all been there—constantly reminding our kids to pick up their toys, clear their dishes, or lend a hand. But what if your child started helping without being asked? It’s not magic—it’s a
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When you think of the traditional Thanksgiving spread, yours might not include this dish, but our family’s meal wouldn’t be complete without it!! It’s so simple: Berry Trifle. It makes A LOT, but it is
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There are so many fun parts of Christmas—music, lights, cookies, gifts—but as parents, we all want the same thing: to help our children remember why we celebrate in the first place. In the middle of
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