Where I’ve been…

The funny thing about not posting on my blog for over a week is that no one really noticed, except me. I didn’t get any emails  from anyone wondering where I was or why I wasn’t writing. I didn’t get phone calls from people concerned about my overall well-being. Obviously, you follow me on Twitter or Facebook and know that I was taking a much needed vacation and spent several of those days – not writing – in a secluded cabin up in the Northern Minnesota woods getting spoiled by Mr. Right and focusing on our long-distance relationship.

Peace and sunshine. That’s what that weekend was all about and it lasted an entire week where I didn’t put any pressure on myself to do anything other than sit back and enjoy it. I encourage you to try it if you can. If you’re able. If you’re not one of those people who can’t ever unwind.

If you are one of those people, then you’re in the right place. I also spent a few of those days finishing up my training to become a Life Coach with the You Consulting Group. Our focus is on helping people create perfect relationships in their lives, whether it’s personal or business relationships they’re looking to enhance. Along with my role as a Certified Parent Educator, I feel the two of these, combined, will allow me to help even more people. I’m excited to share the Knowledge with those open to it and I invite you to explore Y.O.U. (your own understanding) in more depth and experience The Ultimate Life Tool.

Feel free to contact me directly if you’re interested in receiving an Operating Manual – the one you didn’t receive when you were born!

If you’re a San Diego parent, come say hello at this weekend’s 2nd Annual It Takes a Village Parenting Conference. I’ll be moderating a session entitled, Staying (Safely) Connected Online, discussing safety tips and resources for parents to help them connect with their kids a well as introducing many online communities where moms and dads can be found and friends can be made.

Happy Healthy Hip Parenting
Peace Begins in the Home

All About You

You’re so vain, you probably think this post is about you! And you’re absolutely right! In order to discover your true desire, your life’s purpose, your strengths – and weaknesses – take the time to answer some questions that will have you looking at yourself in a whole new way.

The following questions are just a sample of those that can be found on the site of Life Success Coach (and my dear friend) Cathy Northcutt.

Who Are You?

What Are Your Visions?

What’s Your Passion?

What’s Draining You?

You – as a Mother or Father

You – as a Professional

You – as a Leader

You – as a Salesperson

Cathy has helped me gain insight on my career, my relationships and my value as a parent educator / coach, friend and mother. She supports those who are open to her suggestions, advice and warm, honest opinions that not only encourage you to be the best you can be, but inspire you reach out and support those around you.

I owe much of my success to many wonderful women in my life. Cathy is just one of them. You’ll hear more from her and about her in the months to come.

Join Cathy tonight for her monthly Nurturning Mother Telegathering, at 9pm (PST). Email Cathy directly to RSVP for tonight’s call.

Happy Healthy Hip Parenting
Peace Begins in the Home

Empowering Parents

A fabulous website with articles and discussions relating to parenting children of all ages, Empowering Parents features some great posts that I am pleased to share:

• Do You Parent With Your Wallet? (Or Know Someone Who Does?)
• Video Games and Violence: What Every Parent Should Know
• The Disneyland Daddy: A Case Study
• What Teens Are Really Doing On Line
• DOs and DONTs of Divorce
• Managing the Meltdown
• Six Ways to Soar as a Single Parent

Happy Healthy Hip Parenting
Peace Begins in the Home