How will you spend your free time when your kids go off to school ? That’s what I wrote about in Part 1 of Empty Nest Syndrome: What Will You Do When Your Child Leaves Home ? As you read the article, you saw where I shared thoughts and moments of unrest from parents who had […]
What will you do when your children grow up and leave home? Suddendly, the day you dreamed about for years is before you. The house is empty, no cell phones ringing late at night, nor the children bringing their friends for dinner unexpectedly. At this point, some individuals start to really miss their child’s presence, […]
Here we are well into the new year, with your list of resolutions staring you in the face. Did you master all of your goals last year? Did you exceed your goals, or do you find yourself sometimes looking at the same goals year after year? Do you start each year with gusto, but never […]
Education, Historical Figures, Motivation, Quotes
Great Quotes by Dr. King : Civil Rights Leader and Activist
As we approach the end of the month, we can reflect on the many events commemorating the works of the great Civil Rights Leader and Activist, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Here are some of his quotes and thoughts to reflect on as we continue to spotlight African American leaders throughout the month of February, […]
Education, Encouragement, Motivation
Participate In A Shadow Day : Take the Mystery Out of High School
Each year many students choose their high school for the following year, without having visited the campus of their choice. High School selections are made based on the popularity of the football or basketball team, or the cheerleaders. With little to no thought given to their future interest or academic goals. Selecting a high school […]
To often the children are excited to get out of school. Yet they return after the break, and say they were bored. In this article, I are going to share some suggested holiday activities you can try to keep them engaged during their winter break. Bake holiday treats: With the children’s help, look through cookbooks, the […]
Five things every parent should know about parent-teacher conferences highlights the importance of everyone working together for the sake of the kids. Approximately two times each year, school districts schedule time for the parents and teachers to come together, form a partnership, and develop a working relationship to reach their desired goals. These meetings are […]
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always try just one more time”. ~ Thomas Edison Success can only be achieved when you have the mental toughness to keep moving forward and not give up. Have you ever experienced challenges in your life, you felt stuck and didn’t […]
Are you feeling the effects of the rising cost of tuition, housing, books and the other cost associated with getting a college education? Attending college is the beginning of a new adventure, which can be both exciting and scary. You are about to explore new horizons, as you go off to conquer the world. You are […]
This is the time of the year for the children to start to put away the summer gear, and pull out the book bags, the school supplies and the uniforms. It’s a time for new beginnings. This includes meeting new teachers, new schools, and making new friends. The first day of school can be a […]