Hiding Behind Homework
My daughter came into my room the other night. “Mom, I have to write about a time I showed courage. But everything I can think of is either fluff, or really deep. What should I do?” “Go deep,” I...
View ArticleParenting for Emotional Intelligence
In most areas of the United States, children are either preparing to go back to school in a week or so, or they have already started again. Do you remember what that was like? Or, perhaps you are...
View ArticleReal Stories: Are Dads Heroes?
Today’s post is from Bill Sergott, the Communications Director for Smart Relationships. I hope you enjoy and have a great Father’s Day Weekend! Last week I attended the 8th Grade Graduation ceremony...
View ArticleSingle Parent Dating Boundaries
Single Parents (Photo credit: PlayTV) I’ve been a single parent with minor children for eight years. No, it’s not because I swore off men, or nobly decided to devote myself solely to raising my...
View ArticleNow What?
A father struggles to come to grips with his 13 yr old daughter’s first movie outing with boys… Guest Post by Bill Sergott I was freaking out. There would be no dating until she was at least 18 years...
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