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by Dr. Noel Swanson It seems sometimes that we can’t see the forest for the trees. Not because we aren’t looking, but because of deforestation. While the debate on environmental issues and global warming continues, you can enjoy family fun time by going on a nature walk. The first thing is to choose clothes that are appropriate. Comfortable shoes, sneakers or hiking boots would be fine, as would light clothing in layers (depending upon the weather), and a slicker to carry just in case of rain. Bring binoculars as well because you never can tell what wonderful sights may await you and your family. Much has been advertised and written about the importance of preserving nature and... 

by Erin Peters If you, the proud parent, think that your baby has got it, then there is no better way to get started on the road to stardom than entering your baby in a baby photo contest. There is no better, nor faster way, to get the early exposure you and your baby need, than using this means to get attention. After all, most baby photo contests are sponsored by companies looking for the next Cindy Crawford or…or…or the male equivalent to Cindy Crawford, whoever he is. Where you start is very simple. You start with your baby pictures. Well, not your baby pictures, but your baby’s pictures. I am quite sure you have a mountain of baby pictures contained in volumes of photo... 

by Jessica Franks The fax machine’s shrill tone broke into the still silent room. I leaped to grab the receiver and terminate the transmission; having just managed to put my fussy teething baby down for his nap, I was determined that nothing would disturb his rest. Unfortunately, that fax had been from my client. Now I’d have to call him back and ask him to re-send after I’d turned the ringer off. That would entail some over-the-phone \”face time\”, where he’d pick my brain for several minutes, or just shoot the breeze while I itched to get some work done while the baby slept. What makes it hard to be a work at home mom? When I first began, it seemed like... 

by Jessica Franks The everyday life of stay-at-home moms requires a spirit and readiness that many do not possess. No handbook is handed out, no rigid rules of the day, no set-in-stone schedules. This is a hands-on, learn-as-you-go position. Qualifications are many, patience and sense of humor mandatory. A lot of people ask what is a realistic income for a stay at home mom? Some people may argue whether or not it is a real job. You know since there are no benefits, no breaks, no benefits or paid vacations. But, in my point of view it is a real job. It is just as demanding as any other job if not more. Instead of your boss sitting in his office behind a desk barking orders at everyone that passes... 

by Dr. Noel Swanson. Usually, children love to go on sleep-overs with their friends. They enjoy going out on overnight camps and other special events where they are required to stay away from home for a few days. Somehow, some children develop a fear for sleeping away from home and they refuse to go. Here are some tips to help your child overcome that fear. First of all, you need to understand where the fear is coming from. Don’t ridicule your child by caustic remarks, such as ‘don’t be such a baby.’ Also, don’t get into an argument about the problem with your child. This will only undermine your child’s confidence rather than solve the problem. So, you have... 

by Phyllis Wheeler In Star Trek, the logical mind of Mr. Spock contrasts with the emotional minds of everyone else. But this is fiction. In reality, each of us needs to be both logical and emotional. Logical thinking may not come naturally. Nevertheless, it’s a skill we each need to develop, just to identify logic traps. Here’s what you can do about it: teach logic to your child. Why? 1. Your child will be able to make better choices, understanding the principle of cause and effect. For instance, any “friends” who push him to waste money and time may find he turns a deaf ear, because he understands the logical consequences. 2. Your child will learn to tackle problems.... 

by Joseph Then You’ve probably heard it this a hundred times and I bet everyone agree that bringing up children is one of the most hard job there is and no one in this world is totally armed on how to be a good parent. It seems like there is never enough time to prepare you to raise children. As certain as it is, your life do change from the day your child is born. Some of you may have read parenting skills book but trust me on this, parenting is not as easy as memorizing the words in a book. You learn as you go. On the plus side, you will know that this is also the best and greatest job in the world even though it can really get onto your nerves at times. This piece of work will tell... 

by Phyllis Wheeler Sherlock Holmes and Mr. Spock are the logical guys. The other people in their stories are the emotional ones. But our lives aren’t really like that–we need to be both the logical guy and the emotional guy. If you don’t work on it, you may never develop the skill of logical thinking. But you need to have this skill, to identify logic traps. It’s not enough to recognize that logic ought to be taught to your child. You should go ahead and do it. Here’s why: 1. Your child will be able to understand cause and effect, and make better life choices. For instance, a child who understands logical consequences will be more able to counter the voices of...