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Reflections On My Recent Open-Heart Surgery

I began experiencing chest pains about four months ago; they were unlike anything I had ever felt before, and I knew right away that I was in trouble. However, nothing can prepare you for the…

Tenacity Is a Talent

When I was in college, there wasn’t a day that went by that I didn’t find myself in absolute awe of the talent and intelligence that surrounded me. I think it is safe to say…

Ages Eleven-to-Thirteen: The Second Window

Early adolescence (ages 10-13) is often viewed with a bit of concern, but there are tremendous opportunities for kids to learn and grow. With a little perspective and a few deep breaths on our part…

Teaching Kids in the “Golden Age”

In my last blog post, I discussed developmental milestones in the lives of five- to six-year-olds; this week, I’ll be talking about seven- to nine-year-olds.   A parent once said to me: “seven is the…