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Valentine’s Dinner for the Family at Home

January 27, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Happy family having roast chicken dinner at table

Plan a special family Valentine’s Dinner with a restaurant at home.

Romance is in the air this time of year but with three children in tow, sometimes it can be tricky to find alone time to go out to a nice dinner with hubby. When we were dating, we'd plan our Valentine's dinner weeks in advance, making sure to secure a prime table at our favorite romantic dinner spot, complete with chocolate fountain and bubbly drinks. Nowadays, Valentine's Day takes on a different look, with chocolate kisses perched on the placemat of each son's spot at the table, alongside a ... Continue Reading

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Developing Life Skills In The Family

January 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Mother and son enjoying autumn in park

Self esteem, responsibility and communication skills can be taught to our children most effectively in a family setting.

Every parent wants their children to grow up into healthy, well adjusted, functioning adults.  This is not a result that can be left to chance.  There are many ways you can help your children to develop life skills through family interaction that will help them in school and when they leave home. Self esteem, responsibility and communication are three areas that can be fostered in a family setting. Self Esteem Self esteem is essential for a child to reach their full potential.  If ... Continue Reading

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