These days I don't have much time to read, so books on CD have been some of my best friends in the van. It's amazing how fast one can finish a multi-chapter masterpiece just by popping it in the player for ten minutes here and there. Recently, I have fallen in love with the book Parenthood by Proxy, by Dr. Laura Schlessinger. For those of you who don't know who she is, check on my link to her Web site on the top, left-hand side of the my blog. She is truly a champion for families and, in particular, kids' most important need-- a mom and dad who put parenting far above any other responsiblity they have.
The subtitle of this book says it all, in my opinion. It reads, "Don't have them if you won't raise them." And so I would say to all of my parental readers: Skip out on primetime TV tonight, cook a meal with your kids, take a walk down your street as a family, read to your kids as many books as they desire (this is a BIG one with me), don't be afraid to tell your kids "no," find at least three ways every day to praise your children, and read Dr. Schlessinger's book.
Have a blessed day!
1 comment:
thoughtful words, as always, sherry!
wow - two posts in one week...you're on a roll. keep it comin'!!!!
hugs & wine, my friend!
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