Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison taught me two parenting mantras that I try to practice daily: light up and know when to stop.
life lessons
Rules for Children May Be Too Absolute for All Situations
Should we equate the importance of wearing a bike helmet to the level of never touching firearms in our kids’ Never-Never Rules?
First Job for Teens Brings Big Benefits Beyond Paycheck
A first job has many good byproducts for teens beyond financial: self-confidence, communication skills, and respect for authority among many.
Turn ‘Disorders’ into Gifts that Create Stronger Children, Parents
Father Jonathan “J.O.” Oliver uses dyslexia and ADHD coping strategies to be more present, teach children about disorders can be gifts in life.
Fathers Celebrated for Mountains of Worthwhile Life Advice
Fathers offer lots of advice to their kids, and a group of childhood friends recall lessons from their dads and for new generations.
Parenting Transgender Child More than ‘Just a Phase’
I don’t have to be perfect in my thoughts or feelings to be the perfect parent for my transgender child. I need to support and love them.