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Parenting

“Your children will see what you’re all about by what you live rather than what you say” – Wayne W. Dyer said, The way I treat my children teaches… The way I handle difficult situations teaches… The way my partner … Continue reading →

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Words of Wisdom

Good food can only come from good ingredients. Its proper price includes the cost of preserving the environment and paying fairly for the labor of the people who produce it- Alice Waters It’s easier to ask forgiveness than it is to ger … Continue reading →

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Parenting

My dad used to say this when my wife and I were young, clueless parents. When Zay Zay and Jojo were babies, our main concerns were things like Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)  or them choking. We couldn’t wait for … Continue reading →

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Boundaries

A few weeks ago, as I made us frozen dumplings for lunch, she asked me, “And after we eat, maybe you want to read some Baby-Sitters Club with me before math?” I gently explained that while she is always welcome to ask … Continue reading →

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Model Patience

Children are not born patient. They learn to be patient—by watching you. So when you’re in a slow line or heavy traffic, take a deep breath before you start your rant. Show your child that it’s OK to be frustrated … Continue reading →

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