DoSomething.org – Make a Difference – Inspire Teens to Be the Difference

It seems bad news will travel fast and good news will take time to get to us.  However it is about time that we DoSomething to change that.  DoSomething.org is an awesome website designed to inspire teens to make a difference in the world we live in. Watch their video and learn about it here. [...]

10 Ways to Make Family Time a Priority Can Make a Difference with Your Teens

Let’s face it, most parents are working full time, both parents are working or many families are single parent households.  It is hard to find family time, it is harder to find even a night to have dinner together, but it is imperative we make that time. Parents work to support their families by providing [...]

Encouraging kids and teens to watch the news: It can be beneficial for them

Whether it is the devastating news of the economy or the good news of a sporting event, our kids should be involved in today’s current events.  This helps to have a well-rounded teen that will benefit them when applying to colleges and also in their adult life. The last thing kids usually want to watch [...]

Cell phones and our teens: Have you set limits on their cell phones?

Does your child really need a cell phone? 84% of teens have cell phones today – but do their parents set boundaries? Cell phones are those fancy devices our children beg us for. The big question for parents is should you give in and give them a cell phone. Just like everything else in life, [...]