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Family Mission Statement Success: One Family's Story
Submitted by Nicholeen on Thu, 01/12/2012 - 02:27
For years now people have talked about making family mission statements. In books and on blogs we hear about the principles behind making a family plan and get inspired to try new things at home.
However, statistically most people don't actually make mission statements and use them even though they are inspired by the idea. Why?
Spoiled Rotten? The Christmas Cure!
Submitted by Nicholeen on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 14:38
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“Is it possible to spoil children at Christmas? It seems like my children never stop asking for stuff during the holidays. How do you know if your children are spoiled?”
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Healthy Recipes: Free Book!
Submitted by Nicholeen on Fri, 12/09/2011 - 00:03
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Be sure to read to the end for Free book details.
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“Nicholeen, I have been trying to eat gluten free in order to help my child focus better. It's really hard, and my children don't like the food. They are super picky eaters. Are there yummy healthy food recipes for kids?
Sibling Rivalry Movie: Computer Fights
Submitted by Nicholeen on Sun, 12/04/2011 - 01:44
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Last week my post was about sibling rivalry. Here is a movie which shows how knowing to disagree appropriately is a skill which helps sibling rivalry.
This sibling rivalry solution video was filmed while I was doing some private self-government teaching for a family. I thought the children did very well with their new skills! It is hard to learn new stuff. But, both children will have much more happiness now that they understand that disagreeing appropriately is for their relationsh
Paying Children Allowances
Submitted by Nicholeen on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 01:39
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Paying Children Allowances
At the Peck house we don't pay allowance. We also don't pay for chores to be done. Here's why and what some other people think about the issue.
We have two businesses we own and offer our children real work opportunities. They help Dad dig holes at plumbing jobs and help Mom do shipping of books etc.
Talking To Teenagers: Three Tips
Submitted by Nicholeen on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 20:25
“Nicholeen, I can't seem to correct my 16 year old son without him getting upset. He rolls his eyes and looks away from me. He just seems to have a wall surrounding him that none of us can penetrate. I know I am not the calmest parent either, but there must be something I can say to get his attention or something.
They Can Smell It: Parenting Videos
Submitted by Nicholeen on Thu, 09/01/2011 - 02:28
Have you ever heard that old phrase about how dogs can “smell fear?” Well, dogs aren't the only ones who can smell fear; children can too. Children know the moment they have you. They know when mom is out of ideas and dad is ready to explode. They know.
All people are born with this kind of sense about other people, so it is natural for children to consider it as valuable as seeing or tasting.
Help For Messy Bedrooms
Submitted by Nicholeen on Mon, 08/22/2011 - 21:03
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(A Story From My Life)
It's Monday morning and mom is ready to start the week out right. After a summer full of going here and there it is time for family structure again.
“Time to clean your rooms everyone.” Mom says with a smile.
Preparing For School With An Ex-Super Mom & My Homeschool Schedule
Submitted by Nicholeen on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 19:34
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(This article contains Nicholeen's daily home and school schedule for this coming year & a video of how she makes a yearly plan for the family.)
We have all heard the term “super mom” before. Some people have a positive association with the term. They think, “Wow, that lady is amazing. I want to be a super mom like her.” And, some have a negative association with the term.
Getting Children To Practice Piano
Submitted by Nicholeen on Thu, 07/14/2011 - 23:11
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For years now people have emailed me questions about what to do about a child who won't practice piano when told to. My children don't have that problem because of how I began piano with them. The secret to having children enjoy practice time is in giving the child more ownership and less anxiety. This video shows how I work with my children when they are small.
