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ARTArticleDad’s Broken HeartDuring the many years I’ve worked with families and kids, I’ve met a lot of dads who are walking around with broken hearts. They are men who did the best they knew how to do, within their marriages, as fathers and spouses, and are now divorced.
Everyone gets married with the highest hopes, and deepest sense of commitment they can muster, aiming for a lifetime together with their beloved. Most of us do the best we can with what resources and skills we bring to our relationships.rARTArticleDad’s Powerful InfluenceAn abundance of research in the past 10 years has shown repeatedly that involved fathers play a vital role in the well being of their children. Studies have confirmed that fathers have a distinct, necessary and irreplaceable role to play in child development. Fathers bring a quality to parenting that is different than mothers, and children benefit greatly from both styles. Dads and moms are not interchangeable.ARTArticleDiscover How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping on YouA jumping puppy may not seem like such a big deal but imagine a jumping dog a year down the road. Can be a little problematic huh? Imagine, every time you have company over, they have to deal with a full-grown dog constantly jumping on them. Don't think it can happen? It can and will happen if you don't nip your puppy's behavior in the bud fast!ARTArticleDon't Know How To Meet People Online?Starting out in life again after a long term relationship can be difficult. But how hard can it really be? Only you can make the initial decision to take that first step into the world of internet dating.ARTArticleFeeling Upset with your man? Try this...Many of you are probably have related to the line “its all his/her fault, that *****!!” at some point. In fact about 96% of us live most of our lives without being open to the possibility that we could be the root cause of our own experiences. After all, it isn’t in human nature to want to be wrong is it? But in the words of one cynic, the real question sometimes is “do you want to be right or do you want to be happy?”ARTArticleFind Love Online with Singles Dating SitesIf you are looking to find love online, you may well be unsure of where to start or in fact what the process involves. Meeting a stranger, who you've met on the web, for a date can be both scary and daunting and many don't give it a try because of this. However, using a singles dating site which is solely focused on match making is a great way to find love online.ARTArticleHistory of Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers (Part I of Two)A Short History of Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers-Part I
The modern wedding cake is an out growth of wedding traditions dating back to the Roman Empire. Wedding cake toppings, also called Wedding cake ornaments or Wedding cake toppers, are the outgrowth of a number of old traditions from around the world.ARTArticleHistory of Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers (Part II of Two)History of Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers (Part II of Two)
Part I of this article shared the early history in the United States of bot Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers.
In the early 1900’s wedding cake toppers or wedding cake toppings were made from glass, paper, or wood, and many of the toppers were handcrafted. Over time the popular wedding cake toppings (wedding cake toppers) began to be manufactured or mass produced commercially in the United States, Europe and Asia.ARTArticleHow to Choose a Wedding Cake Design-A Guide for BridesHow to Choose a Wedding Cake Design
How do you describe your dream cake to your decorator when you don’t know the lingo? Read on for an overview of commonly used wedding cake decorating techniques and embellishments. Knowing what’s out there can help you to choose your ideal design when you sit down with your wedding specialty baker and decorator.
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Do you ever wonder how professionally-done cakes get that flawlessly smooth layer of frosting on top?ARTArticleHow to make money with Social Media from home - and have more quality time with your kids....11 months ago we were newbies on Facebook. We knew nothing about social media. Then we were informed about this program, by Selfgrowth.com founder David Riklan.
We have studied this – and everything has exploded…we have created our own Facebook Page Conscious Parenting, with more than 3000 Fans , we have a group,”Let`s start a conscious Parenting movement” (ranked as no 1 by Google), 3 other Fan Pages and branded ourselves worldwide as conscious parents experts….again, thanks to Crowd Conversion !rARTArticleHow to Prevent Poodle NippingPoodles are a breed that can be known for their nipping and biting. The biggest problem is that many poodle owners allow this can of behavior to happen, especially when they are little puppies. Many dog owners don't realize that their adorable cute little puppy that you just want to hug and squeeze all day needs proper training to prevent future problems.
The Real Truth Behind Poodle BitingARTArticleHow to solve conflicts regarding childrenMany times we get questions from parents regarding daily situations in their children`s lives.
Here is one of these questions we received on our fan page Conscious Parenting on Facebook. We have also shared a relevant incident in our own life at the end of this article.
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Hello, I’ve been thinking a lot about how little girls (children in general) are told to react to violence and I would appreciate your thoughts on this.. As a child I remember, and do see in children around me, that when someone acted/acts in violence towards them there in a normal protocol of what occurs..ARTArticleInternet Dating Services - Not Just For The 'Young Ones'When you start to talk to people who've met their current partner online you realise the use of internet dating services is far more widespread than many people at first know. A wide range of people use it from young students who find they are not really into the club scene to people in their mid twenties who want to get a little more serious and then people in their thirties, forties and beyond, who've often been in a long term relationship and want to get back out there and start meeting people once more on their own terms.ARTArticleIs Your Dog Suffering From Separation Anxiety? Discover How to Help Your Dog CopeDog Separation Anxiety:
A lot of dog owners don't know this, but separation anxiety is the most common dog problem. For the owner, dog separation anxiety can be frustrating and even annoying. Does your dog bark relentlessly when you leave the house? Or do you come home to a huge mess from your dog's chewing? Is your dog still eliminating in the house even after being housebroken? These are major signs that your dog is suffering from separation anxiety.
The Cause For Dog Separation Anxiety:rARTArticleJudy's journalLadies,ARTArticleLearn the Secret to Dog Training and Why Obedience School is EffectiveAre you a new dog owner trying to figure out whether or not you should enroll your new puppy into a dog obedience program? First you must learn the benefits of dog training programs and the importance of taking full responsibility in your dog's training whether at school or home.
Why Enroll Your Dog at Dog School in the First Place?ARTArticleLearn the Secrets That Dog Experts Know to Basic Dog TrainingAre you interested in training your dog but you don't know exactly where to start? Then this article is for you! The very first thing to keep in mind is that your dog is an animal with natural animal instincts. Your dog does not think like a human being, so you are going to have to understand from a dog's perception, how they learn. They don't think like we do, they are dogs. They respond to how humans react and it's how we respond that we successfully train them.ARTArticleLesbian Dating Tips“You can explore the universe looking for somebody who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself, and you will not find that person anywhere.” – Unknown
1. Speak confidently, honestly and well of yourself. Repugnant and worthless won’t get you dates… well, at least dates that you want. Dating is like marketing, it is critical to highlight the benefits and features of dating or being in a relationship with you.ARTArticleLetting Go (Burning Bowl)The church I attend had a Burning Bowl ceremony this past Sunday, New Year's Eve. I'd never heard of anything like that before. It turned out to be a great idea. As the ceremony was explained, I remembered doing something similar with my two kids several years back.rARTArticleLimiting Distractions-The Common CulpritsFor some curious folk, any conversation around them distracts them from their task. Their brain automatically wonders what fascinating topic is on the table. Others couldn´t really care. This group has a desire to constantly check their e-mail, facebook, and cell phone for the most current “local news.” Still others allow themselves to be distracted by preventable feelings of hunger or lack of energy. It is important to help our children reflect on what distracts them most and help them eliminate the culprit as much as possible. Below are some ideas to help.ARTArticleLiving In The MomentMy rear bumper has been ado
ed with a sticker one of my kids picked out seven years ago when we brought two English Mastiff puppies, Spunknik and Tasaki, into our family. The sticker read I Love (heart actually, a drawing of a heart, you know!) My Mastiff. I used to also have one that read My Mastiff is Smarter Than Your Honor Student. I covered that one up with one urging single payer health care about a year ago after Spunk’s untimely death.
Now the second sticker has been altered to read I Miss My Mastiffs. Lots.
Tasaki, Spunk’s brother, died recently. Now he’s gone too.rARTArticleLove Facts OverviewLove and relationship is a VERY crucial part of our everyday lives and we all strive to get or have that relationship filled with love, honesty, compromise, and everything else that can be found in a “fairytale-like” relationship leading to happily ever after! And that happily ever after seeks to lead to one thing and one thing only – MARRIAGE!ARTArticleOut Of Control Teens Can Make You Think You Are Not Doing A Good Job Parenting!If you are a parent of out of control teens, there is no doubt that at times, you may feel like a bad parent. We'll discuss why this has to be let go of so that you can turn your family situation around.
In the event you have out of control teens hanging out in your home, you almost certainly at times, really feel like you have done a terrible job bringing up your youngsters. Even in the tiniest probability that this is the situation, that's not the conce
any longer. The problem now is, how will you switch your circumstance into something better.ARTArticleParent Effectiveness Training Will Help Where All Else Has Failed!Are you a parent struggling with your children? Consider these tips and parent effectiveness training to get things back on track. You'll want to do this because the last thing anyone needs in life, is extra aggravation from their children. Life is already tough enough. So let's get to some solutions since, as a fellow parent, I know how limited your free time is.
First: This is perhaps the most important tip. You must, from this moment, forget about what has already happened up till now. This refers to a few things, so let us further explain.ARTArticleParents Needing Solutions: Positive Child Discipline Is The Best Medicine!If you are a struggling parent who has problems with your kids, positive child discipline may be the solution that you have been searching for.
What does this term actually mean? Well, to better describe it, leave off the word discipline, and replace it with reinforcement. That would be a better way of putting it because what it really is about, is, replacing the hard line types of child punishment with positive child reinforcement.ARTArticleRaising A Teenager For A Conscious ParentAs a parent raising a teenager, it would be safe to say that you want what’s best for your teen. But as we evolve as beings having a human experience, our approach and understanding of “how” we raise our teenagers needs to change drastically. As the saying goes, “proof is in the pudding” and as we look around and see the general consensus of “how” parents are communicating with their teenagers, it’s just not working. In general, most parents still carry over their same approach to parenting their teen in the same way they did when they were kids (infancy to eleven).ARTArticleScared For Your Dog's Safety? Put an End to Your Relentless Dog ChasesGot a rascally dog who loves to take off unannounced chasing after a bird God knows what? Is it getting a little frustrating, having to drop what your doing to go after your dog or even being dragged along on one of his erratic chases, with one hand on the leash? Not only could your dog dislocate your arm one of these days but it's also a safety hazard for your dog. Can't wait for the day to come when you can have nice leisurely walks in the park with your dog? Well you don't have to wait that much longer, here are 3 things you can do, to help stop your dog's relentless need to chase.rARTArticleSecret and Effective Tips to Bulldog TrainingBulldog Puppy Training
One of the most beloved, old and elite breed of dog in our world today are the bulldogs. This breed of dog is used as a symbol of England since the 1500's because it symbolizes being stoic, courageous and bullheaded. That is why when train your bulldog, it can be difficult because they are a stubborn breed.
Choosing the Right Puppy For YouARTArticleSpousal Abuse Is No Laughing MatterBecause the Bible says the husband is the head of the wife, some husbands believe they have a right to be the boss and keep their wife in line. Well the Scriptures teach that the husband is the head of hiswife, but there is more to be said.
Marriage is one of the great gifts God has given to man. I can think of nothing more precious than a husband and wife who have lived their whole lives in a covenant of love with a marriage that is happy and fulfilling.ARTArticleThe Emotional Life of Adolescent Abuse: A Daughter’s PoetryThe following words and poetry were written by Kallel Hunter. She has graciously allowed me to share them with you.
My name is Kallel and I am 13 years old. I live in the U.K. and have Irish, Jamaican and Barbadian in me. I also have two sisters and 3 brothers. I am the eldest. We don’t live together anymore. Two are living with my mum in Birmingham; one is living with her mum (my granny) in Leicester and two are living with me and my dad and my step mom.