My 14 year old daughter seems to think a few of my rules are too strict. So, she asked me if I’d get the opinion of other mothers – particularly those I don’t ...
My 12 year old son came home from school very emotional. He did not want to tell us what happened. He finally did tell us that he was pushed to the ground and hit by ...
I have written before about my 12 year old son. He will start middle school next year. He has always been kind, loving, and helpful.
He does well in school, has a f...
I will have an 11 year old daughter in a few days and was wondering what are appropriate chores? She's an only child and a very helpful one at that. She currently hel...
My 11 year old son wants allowance. I would like to make a "chore" list for him. What are appropriate chores for him and what is the going rate per week for allowan...
Every year for Christmas, my father gets my kids one big gift. My son is getting older and has to use the computer more often and I am usually on the only laptop that...
My 11 year old wants a cell phone for Christmas. DH and I are not in favor. We do not believe her to be responsible enough to have one, nor do we feel she has the nee...
My father in law and new wife want to take my daughter and wife's 15 year old daughter to England for two weeks. In laws are world travelers and know where they are ...
About a week ago my 12 year old left home to go and stay at her aunt after being told repeatedly she was not allowed to stay the night with her 15 year old cousin. Th...