Editor’s note: I’d like you to welcome Kathy Wilson, our latest guest author here at Earnest Parenting. Kathy has quite an essay to share. I’m excited about sharing it in part because I disagree with some of it, and her writing has caused me to think deep thoughts. That’s always fun, especially in August when [...]

(Editor’s note: Please welcome Caitlin Douglass, who has some experience with long-distance family relationships and some strategies for staying close to relatives you don’t see as often as you’d like.) When you hear the words conference call, you most likely immediately think of a business call. You probably picture a bunch of people sitting around [...]

(Editor’s note: This is a guest post, written by Maria Rainier, sharing EXCELLENT advice for anyone considering online college degrees. Please read and comment!) Counseling your children on choosing an online degree College can be an exciting time for first-time students and parents alike: The applications, the expectation and thrill of getting news of acceptance, [...]

Hello, friends! We have a lovely guest post today from Debbie Bills. Debbie writes about happiness over at her blog, HappyMaker Now. Do make her feel welcome*, won’t you? A is for ATTITUDE: Teach those little ones to have a good attitude and they clearly will grow up to be positive people. B is for [...]

Good Thursday, Internets! Today we have a guest post from Aleya of Endeavor Printing. Aleya is a mom who started a small printing business with her husband. They’ve worked very hard to create some great services for people. Check out her note at the end of the post for a special coupon! Five years ago, [...]

Editor’s note: Please welcome our latest guest author, Kristin Cantu. Kristin is here today to tell us about Thrive, a blog written by the fine folks over at Children’s Hospital in Boston. I knew you’d appreciate knowing about another fine resource online. Thrive: flu updates, child health, and the latest research on issues that affect [...]