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March is National Women’s History Month. Each year National Women’s History Month employs a unifying theme and recognizes national honorees whose work and lives testify to that theme. Women’s Education – Women’s Empowerment is the theme for National Women’s History Month 2012. The six women who help illustrate how ethnicity, region, culture, and race relate […]
Read MoreAs parents, foster parents, youth workers, youth advocates, and mentors we encourage our youth to make wise choices and all areas of life. Robert Kiyosaki explains the difference between an asset and a liability in his book “Rich Dad Poor Dad for Teens.” I want to buy this book for every teen and adult camping […]
Read MoreIf you’ve ever met me in person, read my blog, or follow me on social media you know that I am a HUGE proponent of volunteerism. I believe whole heartedly that civic engagement builds character, leadership, and confidence in youth. The right service opportunity can help youth develop compassion, responsibility, and critical thinking skills. I […]
Read MoreI love music and so does my daughter. Although neither of us is a gifted singer or musician, we have always shared our love of music with each other. Music is a universal language. “Mommy and Me” classes that encourage parents to bond with their young children through singing and dancing have increased in popularity […]
Read MoreValentine’s Day is usually a holiday that you love or hate. Remember kindergarten when everyone in class received Valentine’s Day cards and gifts? I received Valentine’s Day gifts from my mother into young adulthood. I have done the same for my daughter (her Valentine’s Day packaged arrived at her dorm last week). For me […]
Read MoreOver the last few years, I’ve heard many arguments about whether there is still a need for Black History Month. The other argument is whether Black History Month creates separatism instead of ethnic pride. We don’t need Black History Month when have a Black family in the White House right? I disagree. I am of […]
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