by Linda and Richard | Dec 10, 2016 | 10 Best Parenting Ideas
All parents know how important communication and discipline are within their family, but few seem to manage the clear, calm effectiveness they desire. In most families there is too much arguing, too much lecturing, too many power struggles, too much sibling rivalry,...
by Linda and Richard | Nov 12, 2016 | 10 Best Parenting Ideas
Our best Parenting Idea number 9 of 10 has to do with having a plan for developing character in children. We feel that the trouble with so much of what we call “parenting” is that it’s a defense rather than an offense. The “experts” all seem to be saying, “If you have...
by Linda and Richard | Sep 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
You know, all professions have professional conferences, seminars, and workshops where people seek to learn more and become better at their careers. Well what about the greatest profession and the most noble career of all–that of being a Mom? Where are the...
by Linda and Richard | Aug 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
You know, we just don’t thank you often enough as ValuesParenting members and followers, for your support and for your diligence in prioritizing family and being what we think of as a real movement for strong families, joyful kids, and balanced lifestyles. So thanks!...
by Linda and Richard | Aug 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
As many ValuesParenting followers know, several of our daughters are bloggers, and when you have a public “mommy blog,” you had better have a thick skin because not all your feedback will be positive. There are trade-offs. On the one hand you may influence others for...