Parenthood Archive

Snapshot of a Male Heart


I took this snapshot at my kitchen table just now. Xander left this there as he went to school this morning. It epitomises the inner wrestle in boys/men between the Warrior and the Nurturer.
This makes me feel like he’s getting a good balance…

Changing Roles in Your Head


When you think of a great character actor, who comes to mind? For me it’s Johnny Depp.
Just think about the differences in his roles as Jack Sparrow, Edward Scissorhands, Mort Rainey (Secret Window), Spencer Armacost (The Astronaut’s Wife) … and of course - Willy Wonka! Now, compare him with someone like Bruce Willis.
Willis almost [...]

Help for Stressed Out Mamas and Papas


Parent, do you catch yourself making that age-old complaint: “Why don’t kids come with a manual!”?
Well I ain’t got the manual but the link below gives you a pretty good start on one.
101 Tips for Improving Children’s Behaviour 
Well worth the time browsing through the articles and links.

Thought for the Day


In fighting fire with fire, be careful you don’t become an arsonist.