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A reflection on friendship, compassion, and second chances. Years ago, I came down with a terrible case of the flu while living on the 23rd floor of an apartment building … read more

1. Don’t over-schedule. Remember, it’s okay to say no. If your calendar can’t accommodate all your social demands, it’s fine to skip one—or all of them. 2. Take a walk. … read more

Parents often miss the mark; the important part is making adjustments along the way. Recently, after offering my niece some unsolicited parenting advice, she let me know exactly what I … read more

When you are parenting on an empty tank, here are some ways to recharge and refuel Modern parenting has become more than a full-time job. Today’s parents are not only … read more

Back to School Events Back to School Splash Saturday, August 2 Check out this end-of-the-summer celebration with refreshments and children’s activities. Representatives from Sunrise schools will be on hand to … read more

  A Little Perspective Offers Big Rewards Years ago, my dad took his car to the dealership for a quick repair. They told him it would take, at most, an … read more

Busy routines and endless screens often pull families apart. Each person focuses on personal tasks, leaving little room for true connection. Dinner talks turn into quick updates while phones buzz … read more

I learned one of the most valuable lessons of my lifetime in ninth-grade English class. One day, as we sauntered into the classroom, our teacher, Mrs. Robbins, directed us to … read more

Several years ago, after a day visiting our kids at summer camp, my husband Richard and I were hot, sweaty and tired. As we checked in to the Cornerstone Victorian … read more

They say there are no dumb questions. They are wrong. There are, in fact, many dumb questions. I know because I ask them more often than Kim Kardashian posts a … read more