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Your Kids & The Line Between Being Assertive and Rude
We all want assertive kids. We all want polite kids. We all want kids with great self esteem and a high confidence level. I am sure no one is on the fence here. Where the lines get blurred, is how to raise an assertive child, to teach them to get their needs met, without being obnoxious and rude.
Jaycee Dugard – Hell On Earth and Resilience
I have been fascinated with the Jaycee Dugard case since the media ran with it many weeks ago. A small, beautiful, innocent child, being held captive for 18 YEARS. Eighteen years, much of it spent in a backyardtent and shed that resembled something out of a horror movie. But it didnt end with an eighteen year captivation. Raped over and over again by her kidnapper, she mothered two children in the process, Angel now15, and Starlit now11.
Ways to Buy a House
A key element of the American Dream has been for families to own their own homes. For many families this is their primary goal. Home ownership is a practical financial investment that offers many rewards and advantages, yet for many families the dream continues to remain out of reach. However, if you have the ability to repay a home loan, but lack the required down payment, there are ways, which may allow you to buy a house more affordably.
Things Teens to Do on Summer Vacation
Teens look forward to summer vacation, yet one week into it, they’ll declare that their life is boring. Plan ahead with the teen who wants to find a job, volunteer or needs to work on self-improvement during the summer. Leave time for the teen to enjoy the time off from school and to spend time with friends and family. Schedule activities to do with your teen and make sure he has something to do the rest of the time, especially if you work outside the home.
Why Kids Should Exercise
Should kids get more exercise? The clear answer is yes. These days, children in the United States don’t do as well on fitness tests as kids did in the past. In addition, a growing number of kids show signs of heart disease, diabetes and other health problems linked to a lack of exercise.