When my daughter had a birthday, I invited her class at her Montessori. Traditional Montessoris use a mixed age classroom so she had lots of different aged kids in her class. More >>
...When my son was in elementary school, I was guilty of running to school when he forgot his lunch, his assignment, his WHATEVER. Then I heard you talk about allowing a child to fail, so they learn to be responsible on their own. More >>
Sexual exploitation and victimization of children is a worldwide epidemic. We can sum society's historical attitude about this epidemic in one word: DENIAL. More >>
When my grandparents passed away within 9 months of each other in 2005, my mother was the executor of their will, which stated the estate was to be split 3 ways... I had no idea how much work could be involved in handling someone's estate. More >>
The recent e-mail of the day regarding kids standing up to bullies really struck a nerve today, of all days, as I have just returned from yet another of my kids' soccer tournament. More >>
You had a call from a divorced father who came home early from work and his 17-year-old daughter was masturbating with her door open. He stated he was a born-again Christian and he believed it was wrong and self-abuse. More >>
I enjoy listening to your podcasts. I, like you, am a Harley rider. I listen to your show (via podcast) through my phone connected via Bluetooth to speakers in my helmet. More >>
I received a few jokes from my grandmother today in an email. I really strive to listen to the advice of this woman who successfully raised 3 of her own children and 3 of her husband's children (both were widowed when they married). More >>
I began listening to your program shortly after I was married. Initially I was offended at your bluntness and interruptions. However, I continued to listen and gained some beautiful insights into my own life over the years. More >>
I want to tell you of a great story. My husband of 30 years was just diagnosed with cancer (with a 95% recovery prognosis). That's not the "great" part. More >>