I sat in the passenger seat of our SUV in the parking garage, hot and exhausted. Sweat from the 112-degree Phoenix summer sun ran down my spine while my eyes stayed glued to the back of my six-foot-tall baby boy walking towards the garage stairs. Time stopped as I watched him pause on the topContinue reading “8 Steps to a Smooth College Transition for You and Your Teen”
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4 Simple Tips to Stay Calm When Moving
Did you know that on average, an American will move more than 11 times during their lifetime? The chances that you might have made a big move at some point are high. Or perhaps one might be coming in the next few months. As a result, you also might know that moving can be extremelyContinue reading “4 Simple Tips to Stay Calm When Moving”
Assimilation vs. Acceptance: Empowering Our Kids to Choose Well
I was 10 years old when I first learned how to assimilate. After summer break, I returned to school to discover the outdoor activities – swimming, riding my bike & hours spent on the playground – had a high price. I knew I looked different from my new classmates with my darker skin tone and coarse,Continue reading “Assimilation vs. Acceptance: Empowering Our Kids to Choose Well”