Modern Parenting

A wise friend of mine told me a child is like the moon, they reflect the light in their universe. This analogy has always stuck with me. Our children echo our parenting style, our religious beliefs, our outlook on life, our creativity, and our curiosity. Below you'll find inspiring ideas & tips on raising a family in today's chaotic world.

The Perfect Reading Incentive

Parenting Tips & Tricks

Earlier this week I asked readers, “Would you pay your child to learn to read?” Many people joined the conversation…
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You Want Me to PAY My Children to Read?

Parenting Tips & Tricks

Would you pay your child to learn to read? I recently read an account of a grandmother who promised to…
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A moment within the space between

Taking Care of Mom

Take a moment to watch this short video. This Nooma quote has always stuck with me: The song is playing…
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Priceless Back to School Tradition

August Inspiration· Back-to-School· Creativity· July Inspiration

Many children are celebrating their first day of school this week. Does your family have any special traditions? Please share…
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Grab Your Rope

Modern Parenting· Parenting Tips & Tricks

Quinn casually suggested “Let’s pretend we’re going to college” to her sister Rose the other day as they got out…
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