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Busy, busy, busy! I know that sometimes it seems like there’s never any time for stopping to smell the roses so to speak, but taking the time to do something nice for someone whether that’s your kids, spouse, family or girlfriends doesn’t really have to take much time at all. Our children may or may not believe us depending on how old they are, but we all know “tis’ better to give than to receive.” When we give, what we receive in return is heart-warming and just plain feels good. That “Thank You” or big smile just makes the day a better day overall. So, how can you find this time? Keep it simple! Kids --Put an “I love you” note next to their cereal bowl in the morning. --For older kids when studying gets tough, bring their favorite snack to their room and give them a pat on the back for their efforts. Hubby --Put a sticky note on the bathroom mirror that says something sexy, sweet or both. --The next time he leaves for a business trip, spray a cloth handkerchief with the perfume you wear most, put it in a Ziploc (so it doesn’t make his clothes smell like perfume!) and sneak it into his suitcase. Girlfriends --Cut a small bunch of flowers from the garden or blossoms from a tree in your yard and bring them to your friend. --Keep a tub of small gifts on hand such as bath stuff and candles so that you have a quick way of remembering someone’s birthday. Family --Email pic’s once a week of the kids --Stop off at the deli and pick up some tasty chicken soup to bring to a family member that has a bad cold
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At dinner tonight, my family discussed the best ways to handle a bully. My six-year-old daughter Alexandra stated,"If you look at bullies in the eyes they will leave you alone." My nine-year-old, Patrick, said, "It is hard to deal with bullies because bullies are clever." My three-year-old, Matthew, said nothing--because he is a bully. Listening to the children go back and forth about the qualities of a bully brought me to the following conclusions: 1. Often, bullies get permission from the bullied to continue teasing. Teaching our children good exit strategies when "play is no longer play" is necessary for them to know when enough is enough. 2. The bullied must speak up. Listening to my children speak of different scenarios made me realize that you must use your voice to tell your parents, adults, or anyone that can help you make the situation better. Failure to speak up usually results in more taunting. 3. Children need reinforcement when they walk away from a bully. When a child decides not to play with a bully any longer, he or she is confronted with the unknown. Parents and caregivers need to provide consistent reinforcement when children make these tough steps to separate. This is hard work. 4. Sometimes the bullies' parents are oblivious. Giving yourself permission to help your child escape this tough scenario is enough. Life is not a popularity club. What about you? What stories can you share that have helped your child learn that it is okay to say "No" to unfair play?
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Parenting expert Mia Redrick is an author, lecturer, radio personality, personal coach and mother of three young children. She is a leader in the push for the self-care of mothers, and shares her wisdom on how to raise children without sacrificing personal needs.
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