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Quote of the Week
"If I had my child to raise over again: I'd build self-esteem first and the house later I'd finger paint more and point the finger less I would do less correcting and more connecting I'd take my eyes off my watch and watch with my eyes I would care to know less and know to care more I'd take more hikes and fly more kites I'd stop playing serious and seriously play I would run through more fields and gaze at more stars I'd do more hugging and less tugging I'd see the oak tree in the acorn more often I would be firm less often and affirm much more I'd model less about the love of power And more about the power of love." -- Diane Loomans
The ABCs of Connecting with our Kids
We all know in our hearts the importance of connecting with the children in our lives, yet we are often caught in a vicious cycle of distraction with all of the "busyness" that life throws our way. Sometimes, its helpful to be reminded of the simple, little and practical things we can do in our day to day lives to reach out and connect with our children. In this article, a mother, who is passionate about building strong, positive and nurturing relationships with kids, shares her ABCs of ways to build a more connected relationship with your child. Some of these are very simple ideas but it’s those little things that can make all the difference in our worlds. [more]
Reading Corner
 Title: Heart to Heart: Connecting with Your Child
By: Jeff Goelitz and April Elyse
Ages: 3-8
"Heart to Heart shares inspirational and yet practical information to help parents and caregivers of young children lessen their stress and establish healthier communication in their relationships with children. Uniquely, designed as a children's book, it encourages adults and children to consider together how they can deepen their bonds of love through care, active listening and genuine attention. [...] Co-authored by Jeff Goelitz of the international Heart Math Institute, this book addresses issues that are integral to a child's sense of acceptance and security. In an age when bullying in the playground and at school assail our kids, and terrifying news reports bombard their lives, the need has never been greater for parents to commit themselves to giving the highest quality of care and attention to their children as is possible. Children need the sanctuary and safety that conscious parenting invites." -- Publisher
Recommended by Cubs Editors
Be The Change
From 10 Simple Ways to Connect with Your Child, take the first step today by making a conscious effort to "see" your child. When your child enters the room, look up from what you are doing, look them in the eyes and smile. It seems like such a simple thing to do but its impact can be huge. Acknowledge your child. Notice them. Do this every single time you see them throughout the day, even if you were speaking with them just minutes earlier. When they enter the room, look up. Look them in the eyes. Smile.
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