The Phone Call
While being busy at home, I received a phone call. Saying hello several times and not hearing a reply, I listened to see if I could figure out who was calling. To my surprise it was someone that I knew. They had no idea that their cell phone accidentally automated my phone number. After yelling…
Read MoreIf you pull too tight the wrong way, it’ll hit you right in the face!
Imagine, you are pulling a rubber-band with your hands. The intended target is across the room. You are ready and aimed to fire. To your surprise however, it slips from position and snaps right back at your face, leaving a nice big red mark across your nose. Ouch! In reality, that is sometimes the very…
Read MoreSaving Boo
Looking at the clock, she had at least another two hours before picking up Boo. Lovingly nicknamed Boo from the Monster’s Inc. movie, her daughter was sure a handful. Almost an adult now, she allowed Boo to make more responsible decisions. She tried hard to teach Boo what she needed to know before she…
Read MoreIs It Really (The End) of Your Story?
When my teen’s issues were finally under control and healing was taking place, I felt a sigh of relief that it was finally over. The worry, the pain, the brokenness, and the crises that were displayed over and over again, were a thing of the past. I could close the book like the end…
Read MoreTwelve Year Olds – Sex Earlier and Rougher
I came across this article and sadly what I read is very true. Having seen and heard this personally, 12 years is most likely the average range for exposure. But I believe that, even as young as 9-10 years old, girls are being peer pressured to the point that they fall into the traps of…
Read MoreMarital Woes in Getting Help for Your Teen in Crisis
They were at it again. Their voices getting louder than before. This time they weren’t so shy in hiding their feelings. Differing opinions on how to treat their teen in crisis is fairly common for many parents. It starts out with differing views on counselors, to different avenues of treatment, and finally figuring out…
Read MoreBefore It’s Too Late
“It’s the breakdown of the family. Faith issues. Societal issues,” he said. “I can tell you that our juvenile courts are full and that one day we will reap a bitter harvest when they grow up.” (quote by Prosecutor Cody Hiland) This quote comes from Prosecutor Cody Hiland who is involved in the case of…
Read More“I’m mad at you because I want my daddy to come home!”
This is a great post coming from a mom’s perspective on the emotional pain her child has been enduring from a divorce. I have shared in the past how divorce can greatly affect children/teen’s and this post gives good advice and encouragement to help your child get through this change.
Read MoreThe Domino Crisis Effect
It is a fun toy to play with. It creates challenge and ingenuity. As we age, it helps push the boredom blues away. It can be a great teaching tool too. Standing the dominoes in position, we line them up one after another like a family. We create this vision of perfect unison and conformity.…
Read MoreRed Flags You are Dating an Abuser
Is your teen in an abusive relationship? Do you know what signs to look for? This is valuable information to teach your teen so that they know the warning signs, especially when they are a teen in crisis, needing love and validation. This could very much be a trap for them. Great information!
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