by Amy LeForge | Apr 12, 2014 | Resources/Reviews
Heroes, I think I’ve mentioned this idea before: the Gap Year. Have I mentioned it? I don’t recall. I’ll recap: a gap year is a year kids can take between high school and college to travel and get amazing experiences. I know of one young man who...
by Amy LeForge | Dec 12, 2013 | Relationship
Editor’s note: this was a difficult post for me to agree to publish. I’m of a mind to say that once people get married they should plan to stay that way for life, since most minor issues tend to resolve with time and maturity. That said, I recognize that...
by Amy LeForge | May 28, 2008 | Parenting
Ever have one of those days when the kids seem to spend every waking moment picking at each other? Today was one of those days here at Earnest Parenting. It’s not really sibling rivalry….just irritating the daylights out of each other. First The Mercenary...
by Amy LeForge | Dec 27, 2007 | Love and Logic
Mary asked in the comments of Verbal Fireworks for some Love and Logic responses to sibling rivalry that might work. I’m putting my thoughts here and in the next post on this topic; any other suggestions that you may have to add to the comments section would be...
by Amy LeForge | Dec 19, 2007 | Twins
I’ve been noticing lately the power of words, especially the spoken word. All 4 boys are demonstrating an ability to seriously get under each others’ skin, just by using their words. Having 2 sets of twins can make for some fascinating interactions. We...
