A sure fire way to improve marriage … play

Family and Kids, Relationship Design

Play has become a lost art in the adult world. Perhaps even in the kid world … play may not be what it used to be. Gone are the days of tag, chase, tackle the man with the ball, dodgeball, and the like. Also gone are the “dangerous toys” like the metal Tonka...

New Beginnings and Second Chances

Blended family, Family and Kids

Post written by mom and parenting columnist Susan Heid of The Confident Mom. Change always comes bearing gifts.  ~ Price Pritchett My life has been in ‘change’ mode for the past two months – change that has been anticipated, prayed for and welcomed with big smiles –...

The Art and Importance of Story Time with Dad

Fatherhood

Post written by fatherhood columnist Dean Mehrkens of homeSTRONG. Kids love a bedtime story. Parents understand the importance of language development and the depth of bonding that can happen over time. However, we often find ourselves reading them their favorite...

Am I an old-fashioned mom?

Family and Kids

With the holiday season fast approaching, I thought this was a perfect time to share with you all something I think is often forgotten or not even thought of … the “thank you” note. I wonder … do other moms still make their kids write “thank you” notes? Is...

5 Keys To Building Family Memories

Family and Kids

One of life’s simplest pleasures is to share an experience with our loved ones. The great thing is that it doesn’t necessarily have to be anything complicated, expensive or time-consuming. What it should be is memorable. Whether the participants include your spouse,...