From Susan Merrill
TIME magazine released an article this week that made a lot of sense to me. I have observed several of the reported findings in one of my children, and it opened my eyes as to how they think. Click here to read the article. Let us know what you think of it, and and how ADHD affects your family.
Read Post →A recent article in Time magazine, titled “The Truth About Teen Girls” sounded an overdue wake-up call and asked the question, ‘Are teen girls getting too sexy?’ Well, hello?! Ya think? Why are people so surprised lately about the choices young girls are making… from the skimpy clothes they want to wear to who, how and when they want to date… and, well, use your imagination beyond that. Here’s the thing – I’m not surprised at all at the outrageous choices young girls are making… we are the ones who allow them to make those choices. Let me explain with an example. The other day I overheard a conversation I’ve heard dozens of times before. It was between a 4-year-old and her mother. It went like this: Mom: Honey, we’re going to the zoo, so please put your sneakers on. Child: I don’t want to wear my sneakers. I want to wear my sparkle shoes. Mom: But we’ll be walking a lot and your tennis shoes are comfy. Child: So are my sparkle shoes. Mom: I don’t think they are… but we need to go, so if you think you will be okay, wear them. Here’s another: Mom: Honey, …
Read Post →I just got back from chaperoning a high school trip to Washington, D.C. I haven’t been there in years, but it was great to go back… so great that I want you to know what a great family vacation it could be. First of all, the trip was NOT that expensive. We stayed at the Sheraton Four Points for less than $100 a night. It was within walking distance to the White House, monuments and theaters. Second, the monuments and museums are FREE. You can spend days at them without spending a dime (except for food). Note: The museum cafe had good food but it was a little pricey so you may want to eat before or pack a lunch. Afraid your kids might be bored? You can make it fun! The kids I was with had all seen the movie National Treasure, so when I told them the National Archives were where all the documents they had seen in the movie were actually located, they were excited to go. The guys in the group had a blast playing dectective at the National Spy Museum and sported mustaches purchased in the gift shop for the rest of the day. Tip: Sign up online at spymuseum.org and take …
Read Post →Amy wrote to iMOM: Susan, I wondered if you think my response to my 9 year old daughter’s remark was too harsh. She has displayed a rather sullen attitude lately at the prospect of not getting exactly the wishes she has granted. When I asked her to help spread up some tuna sandwiches, she glared and me and marched exaggerated to the kitchen. I stopped her and asked her what was so wrong about tuna sandwiches. She was chagrined at the idea of eating such boooooooring food when SHE wanted peanut butter and jelly! In about 2 sentences I reminded her that some children around the world don’t even have moms and dads, and they definitely don’t have healthy food, and she is VERY blessed. She threw back at me with a horrifically, angry scowl and clenched fists, “I AM NOT BLESSED!” I calmly announced then that we would do an experiment. I would remove all things from her room, save for what a poor child might have – 2 changes of clothes, 1 toy and 1 book – extreme necessities. I was SHOCKED at the reaction, she came sobbing at my feet that she is sorry and she IS …
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