During summer months, temperatures aren’t the only things rising. For separated and divorced parents anxiety levels can easily reach an all-time high, as summer rolls around and parenting roles get switched-up. Along with negotiating vacation schedules, figuring out who is going to pay for what and fitting in special activities, parents handling more of the…
“Know that you will most likely never receive an award or recognition for the most important things you do in life. ”Christina McGhee June 25, 2011 marked the start of the World Summer Games for the Special Olympics. Close to 7,500 athletes from 180 countries gathered in Athens, Greece to not only display their talents and…
Following a podcast interview, a parent contacted me with questions about resources for helping children of divorce cope with a parent’s alcohol addiction. Like many parents, this mom worries that her ex’s continual relapses are taking a toll on their kids. She shared that the most important things to her are protecting her children from the…
Feeling a little stressed about how to handle the holidays as a co-parent? You’re not alone. I have yet to meet a parent (married, single, or divorced) who isn’t a little stressed about managing the demands of seasonal events and holiday schedules. Usually, this time of year is filled with special school programs, holiday parties,…
“If we all did the things we are capable of, we would astound ourselves.”Thomas Edison An “attitude of gratitude” has been a value that my husband and I have tried to instill in all of four of our children from the word go. We do our best to lead by example. Not only are we…