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Running in Circles

The year was 1996. I worked part-time at a small Italian restaurant, and was only two years away from getting my high school diploma. It was a strange time in my life, with moving out and then back into my … Continue reading

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Facing Reality – Sometimes We Only Act Strong

My son brought home a registration booklet for his junior year in high school. In two years, his peers will graduate and move on to start the next chapter of their lives. My son, on the other hand, will have … Continue reading

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Teaching Children to be Self-Reliant

Teaching my child to be self-reliant is best compared to a game of tug of war. Not against an opponent, but against myself. Here’s how the game plays out in my head: “Let him do it.” “But, what if he…?” … Continue reading

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Is College Necessary?

As children, many of us were told how important a college education is. A degree would help us to obtain an excellent career in any field we choose. It would also guarantee that we will receive the highest pay in … Continue reading

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