Linda Hansen's commentsComments On: EverythingArticles Blogs Journals Photos created by: EveryoneLinda Basic Nurture: Catching Up - Blog Entry16 Feb 2007 03:41 PM Ed, as sad as this story is, it is also common in adopted children. When we got the boys, they were too old to nurse and rock. I would get them to sit next to me while watching tv and put my arm around them, hug them several times during the day, and find whatever way I could to physically touch them to give them the reassurance they needed so desperately. Uncle Paul would hug and pat on the back a lot, with a good job or good report card. When you and Nancy rocked and nursed the boys, I know you made a tremendous difference in their nurturing issues and it will show throughout their lives. We all need someone to look us in the eyes and say I love you, to hold us and make us feel safe. Your boys are so blessed. Artcraft The Light... it's so Beautiful... ZAP! (ADHD) - Blog Entry11 Feb 2007 08:22 PM You are right on track Kristyn. We have a consequences conversation a lot. We also play the what if scenario. It seems to help Randy get in focus with the situation by making him stop and think for a minute, not an easy task for an ADHD child. Artcraft Nocturnal Enuresis: Bed Wetting - Blog Entry10 Feb 2007 06:32 AM Thank you rsbg. Bedwetting is common and something that shouldn't cause a great deal of tension between child and parent. It's one of those deal with it and eventually it will go away situations. Making your child a part of the solution by helping clean up is important, if the child is old enough. A Hero in Dog's Clothing - Blog Entry06 Feb 2007 12:27 PM If Hero had saved my life, I believe I would have to own 7 dogs instead of 6. Artcraft Cooking Is An Art-Are You An Artist? - Blog Entry06 Feb 2007 12:24 PM Great ideas for the novice cook Cathy. I would like to add to the list. Find an older and experienced cook and learn his or her tricks. I paid attention as a young girl and asked questions. Seasoned cooks love to pass on their secrets. These secrets can make the difference in a fair meal and a meal of fare. A basic cookbook is a great idea, forget the gourmet Russian recipes and learn the basics. Less is more at the table. A good entree, fresh sides, homemade bread, a colorful salad and homemade salad dressing is manna from heaven! Love your blogs. Artcraft Where On Earth Did You Get An Idea Like That? - Blog Entry05 Feb 2007 04:24 AM I love this blog, I lived it as I read it!!! How true. And I remember telling my bioson, whose child are you, anyway? a hundred times in his teen yrs. You hit the nail on the head with this one Kori. Decorating Your Outdoor Space with Found Objects - Blog Entry05 Feb 2007 04:13 AM After my dad passed away, we took his old mailbox down. I planted purslane in it and put it in a flowerbed in my backyard. After Paul's dad sold their family home recently, we took the family name sign down his now deceased bro made many yrs ago. I put sturdy clothing hooks in it and it hangs in the bathroom for the kids' towels. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 |
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