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Octomom Nadya Suleman Takes Two Babies Home
Again, media frenzy takes over as Nadya Suleman takes home two of her babies, Noah and Isaiah. Seeing the little ones with her vividly reminds us again of the importance of parenting. We set the standards by which our own children mature and take their place in society. We can share our values and ideals with them informally over family dinners or privately in one-on-one conversations. These are the kinds of lessons we want to teach our children: Don’t just take the easy way out, even when it is difficult … Continue reading
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Tagged Nadya Suleman, Octomom, society, Sully Sullenberger, Tim Russert, tough love
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Creating Accountability
We all need role models to inspire us, but our culture seems to glorify the cowboy mentality of individuals acting in their own selfish interests. Celebrities’ destructive behavior is condoned and mimicked. How can we get through to our children when the voices from the media are so loud? Don’t throw in the towel. If you can plant the seeds, perhaps they will come to fruition when you least expect. Here are some ideas to talk about with your kids – maybe some even sound like the conversations your own … Continue reading
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Tagged celebrity, children, community, hero, parents, role model, Sandwich Generation
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Examples for Our Children
It’s never been easy to instill good values in our children and teenagers. And they seem to be floundering without role models of moral behavior in society. Studies indicate that over 75% of school kids report having cheated on exams. We tell them to take their lead from our personal actions. But how can we teach our children to be responsible citizens when so many around them are making news by being irresponsible and dishonest? Politicians promise one thing while campaigning and then mysteriously forget these pledges after the election. … Continue reading
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Tagged Anna Nicole Smith, Bernard Madoff, Caylee Anthony, celebrity, cheating, Jim Cramer, Jon Stewart, Paris Hilton, ponzi scheme
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Nadya Suleman and New Possibilities
The situation may be changing for Nadya Suleman. Apparently her father is buying a house where she and her family will move. And she’ll be getting help to raise her octuplets. Television’s Dr. Phil McGraw said that Suleman will accept help from Angels in Waiting – a nonprofit volunteer group that offers childcare. Public sentiment about the birth took a sharp turn when it was learned that all 14 of Suleman’s children were conceived through in vitro fertilization, and that she is unemployed and single. The road ahead will be … Continue reading
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Tagged Angels in waiting, depression, Dr. Phil McGraw, Nadya Suleman, new home, octuplets
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