The older my children get, the more I rely on them for advice. Sounds crazy, right? Why on earth would I seek insight and advice from someone who clearly lacks …
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If you’re the parent of a teenager, you’ve probably heard the term “hooking up.” The term itself has been around for decades, but for many parents of teens, it …
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This post: 15 Things Kids Should Know to Prepare Them for College The summer before my oldest daughter left for college, I was in a full-blown panic. In a few …
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This post: 25 DIY Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Teens Will Love (Updated 1/2025) Gone are the days of Valentine’s Day card exchanges in the classroom and heart-shaped crafts on the …
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One of my favorite country songs, “You’re Gonna Miss This,” by Trace Adkins, has such an amazing message about how quickly the years fly by. The lyrics are about …
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This post: 18 Things Every Dad Should Say to Raise Strong, Confident Daughters “Dad told us we were beautiful, that there was nothing we couldn’t accomplish, and that he would …
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Have you ever stopped to wonder what sets successful students apart from average students? Why is it that some students who are totally dedicated and study all the time simply …
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Let’s face it, most teenagers are, well… total slobs. Piles of clothes scattered all over the floor, empty cereal bowls and water bottles on the nightstand and clothes hanging …
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Everywhere you turn there’s article after article about how “entitled” teenagers are these days. Just walk into a room of parents and casually bring up the word “entitled” and the …
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What a relief! Your freshman survived the first semester of college! Whether the transition was relatively smooth or your child struggled their way through every step of the way, the …