http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:32:21 -0700 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:44:35 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m8d25-Parenting-101--Warning-teens-about-toxic-shock-syndrome?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner I did not know much about toxic shock syndrome until a dear friend of mine almost lost her battle with it recently. After experiencing it with my friend and discussing it with others, I realized that so many cases exist.   Accordi... Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:44:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m8d25-Parenting-101--Warning-teens-about-toxic-shock-syndrome?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m8d25-The-dreaded-sleepover?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner As a parent, I was wondering who may have invented the sleepover. During the summer months my children get several offers from friends to sleep-over. Why a sleepover? I ask. (As if the kids’ lives are not fun enough, they ne... Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:38:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m8d25-The-dreaded-sleepover?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Monitoring-your-childs-technology--how-far-would-you-go?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner Insert photo caption or credit hereIn today's technology age, young kids use cell phones; send excessive text-messages and instant messages; Twitter; and access Face-Book. How can parents stay ahead of the curve to monitor behavior and maintain ... Thu, 09 Jul 2009 19:18:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Monitoring-your-childs-technology--how-far-would-you-go?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d6-Moms-night-out?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner Entering my sixth week of recovery from major foot surgery; my friend Sheila drove me to the local salon for a manicure.  Needless to say, it was the highlight of my summer after being forced to stay in bed for six weeks following my surger... Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:40:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d6-Moms-night-out?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d3-End-of-an-era-for-the-parent-of-a-little-leaguer?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner .It is hard to believe that 7 years has gone so quickly.  My 12-year old started playing T-Ball at age 5 (which feels like last year).  As we wound down to that last playoff game; and the realization that the end of his Little League career... Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:32:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d3-End-of-an-era-for-the-parent-of-a-little-leaguer?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d1-4th-of-July-weekend-maybe-time-for-a-staycation?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner  The 4th of July is upon us again and this year our family, like most, will be headed on a stay-cation.  While some families are packing for a weekend excursion that may cost hundreds of dollars; we opted to stay home for a weekend of fun.M... Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:09:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m7d1-4th-of-July-weekend-maybe-time-for-a-staycation?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m3d11-Teaching-your-child-to-cope-with-a-difficult-teacher?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner  The first half of the Middle School year has proven to be extremely tough for my 12 year old son.  The work-load has increased and intensified; while teacher expectations continue to rise.  I have heard stories about children who come... Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:48:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m3d11-Teaching-your-child-to-cope-with-a-difficult-teacher?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m2d18-When-a-friend-becomes-unemployed?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner In these most difficult economic times, it has become common-place to speak to multiple friends that have found themselves unemployed.  For most, finding a new job has been extremely difficult. At first, I found it difficult to put the prop... Wed, 18 Feb 2009 18:14:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m2d18-When-a-friend-becomes-unemployed?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m2d18-When-that-terror-of-a-child-belongs-to-your-best-friend?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner Do you have a good friend you love to entertain, but their visit is accompanied by their child who invariably damages your most valuable home treasures; runs around your house like a wild animal; screams at the top of his/her lungs; writes on yo... Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:22:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m2d18-When-that-terror-of-a-child-belongs-to-your-best-friend?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m1d26-Demonstrate-appreciation-for-the-kind-act-of-another?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner I never realized the feeling of true gratitude until last week.  While most will often say "thank  you" for an act of kindness - does the giver of that act truly  understand the extent of our gratitude? Last week, both o... Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:57:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m1d26-Demonstrate-appreciation-for-the-kind-act-of-another?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m1d15-New-Years-resolutions--make-the-commitment-to-work-on-your-relationships-2009?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner    In comparing New Year's resolutions with my friends and family each year, it seems that we all commit to the same promises year after year.  Every year I say I am going to eat healthier and exercise more often.  Much like ... Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:35:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2009m1d15-New-Years-resolutions--make-the-commitment-to-work-on-your-relationships-2009?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d19-How-to-select-a-gift-for-your-wife-and-avoid-the-dog-house--friendly-advice-for-husbands?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner   Over our 20+ years together, my husband has encountered significant difficulty with gift selections for me.  For the life of me, I can not understand this!  He is often disappointment when I do not jump for joy at the Victoria S... Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:35:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d19-How-to-select-a-gift-for-your-wife-and-avoid-the-dog-house--friendly-advice-for-husbands?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d15-Four-Christmases-as-it-may-apply-to-some-families?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner  No wonder the film Four Christmases has been in the the top five over the past few weeks.   Most families can probably relate to the dilemma of balancing multiple family visits on Christmas Day with the children's desire to stay home ... Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:00:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d15-Four-Christmases-as-it-may-apply-to-some-families?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d11-A-chaotic-familys-guide-to-spending-quality-time-during-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner   As the holiday season quickly approaches, it takes an efficient organizer of time to accomplish all holiday, job, and personal requirements; yet still find a few minutes to enjoy some quality moments with the family.  Do you find the... Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:23:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d11-A-chaotic-familys-guide-to-spending-quality-time-during-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d1-A-chaotic-familys-guide-to-spending-quality-time-together?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner Are we really spending quality time with our children through the stress and anxiety of our daily routine? I spend my most mornings screaming for my children to hurry-up so that they can catch the bus, then frantically getting myself off to work... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 22:00:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m12d1-A-chaotic-familys-guide-to-spending-quality-time-together?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m11d30-Is-your-child-too-young-to-be-caught-up-in-the-Twilight-frenzy?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner   I must admit to my adult obsession with Stephanie Meyer’s “Twilight” series. I am Edward and Bella’s biggest groupie. I spent every moment of my Labor Day Weekend reading all 754 pages of Breaking Dawn in... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 21:41:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m11d30-Is-your-child-too-young-to-be-caught-up-in-the-Twilight-frenzy?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m11d30-Coping-with-a-childs-first-experience-with-the-loss-of-a-loved-one?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner On November 11, 2008, my daughter had her first real experience with the death of a loved one after my beloved aunt died from cancer.  When I received the news of her passing, I immediately prepared to travel to the services being held in Florid... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 21:21:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m11d30-Coping-with-a-childs-first-experience-with-the-loss-of-a-loved-one?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m11d30-When-a-parent-is-unable-to-stay-home-alone--Consider-adult-day-care?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner  My mother suffered a traumatic brain injury in 1995 and ever since she has been assessed by doctors at a 2nd to 3rd grade level.  Upon her release from Magee Rehabilitation in Philadelphia, I was panicked for how to handle her needs d... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 20:24:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-1727-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner~y2008m11d30-When-a-parent-is-unable-to-stay-home-alone--Consider-adult-day-care?cid=exrss-Wilmington-Family-Relationships-Examiner