Your child is never too young to learn about appropriate sexual boundaries and what is comfortable touch and uncomfortable touch.  I recently learned of a six year old boy who propositioned a six year old girl for sex.  Even though this was alarming, it was not the first time I have heard of such things.  I have heard of girls and boys at even younger ages having sexual contact and relations with each other.  These are the times we live in.  It is unfortunate, but true. 

Upon hearing this I had another conversation with my children about Continue reading →

The Very Ordianry Situation

It was bed time and I was tired, but when I got home my husband and children were out on the trampoline having a popsicle.  The first thought I had was to run out there with my star laser and pillow for a star party and maybe even sleep out.  My second thought was something like, “I can’t believe Spencer is keeping the children out so late and giving them sugar before bed.  I better get them in here.” 

My mind started comparing thought number one to thought number two to try to make a decision on what to do. Continue reading →

My two youngest children are best friends and play a lot with each other.  It is so fun to see them enjoy each other.  This summer we have noticed that they are getting a bit too much play lately though. The sun comes up and someone is at our door asking to play.  The children do their chores and run outside.  They would stay there day after day, all day, if I didn’t ever call them in. 

The other day my husband and I noticed some very distracted behaviors.  My six year old was showing off a lot and acting a lot more “crazy” than usual.  He was also trying to be the “funny guy” by popping off. We looked at each other and both knew something needed to change Continue reading →