Getting REAL in Relationships
In my life and my work I have learned that the best way to build and strengthen any relationship is by getting real and by expressing what’s real. Yeah, I know, I talk about getting real all the time. I … Continued
Teaching Kids Responsibility
Boy did I get angry at the kids today. Both were wearing new clothes and both decided to go ahead and ruin their clothing in one way or another. I literally felt bad for the clothes. Did the kids care … Continued
7 Steps to Becoming a Great Listener
Have you ever been in a conversation with someone and you get this feeling like they are not really listening to you? Or, the other person is speaking and the whole time you’re thinking about how what they are saying … Continued
“Mom, I need a day off.” – Learning How to Show Support to Our Son
Last week, early in the morning, we were helping our children get ready for school. My son (the first grader) was having a difficult time waking up, getting himself out of bed, getting dressed and brushing his teeth. He … Continued
Getting REAL in Israel – Our Son Enters Kita Aleph (First Grade)
It has been an intense beginning to this new second year. My son started first grade a few weeks ago and I have to admit – I was probably more nervous than he was. We made aliya last year – … Continued
The Beauty Within
The other day I passed by the Sabra tree here in Israel and I noticed that it was in bloom. We have been living here for a little under a year now so this was my first time experiencing and … Continued