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Written by Lynn Knighton, Publisher
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 Happy New Year! As we take down our old calendars and “pack away” the events of 2009, there something is very refreshing about starting a new year. Not that our lives magically transform at the stroke of midnight, but is does bring opportunity to evaluate our lives and encourage improvement for the new year. I believe the most popular resolution must be to lose weight and get in shape. Now that I am older (and hopefully wiser) this resolution is less about my physical appearance and more about my health and energy. I would like to set a good example for my children and make exercise a regular part of the family schedule, be it a bike ride or just a walk after dinner. Even more important is something I started a couple months ago.
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Written by John Rosemond
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 I recently spent some time with a friend who has three children. My buddy, whom I’ve known since fifth grade, is a college-educated responsible guy who has never failed to do right by his family. When describing him, “well-rounded” comes to mind. He’s masculine but not macho, sensitive but nowhere near maudlin, perceptive, intuitive, caring, compassionate. Like I said, well-rounded. His wife is as solid as a rock. His oldest son, 40, never earned as much as a high school diploma, has had perennial problems with alcohol, and presently earns a living working in a record store. His youngest, another son, is rapidly approaching 30. |
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Written by Staff
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 The Eastern Shore area is blessed to have so many great child care opportunities. Use our list to find one for your child.
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Written by Paige Gardner Smith
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 In America, most kids will learn to read during their natural progress through school. But sadly, a significant proportion of these young people will develop an aversion to reading for pleasure. Whether it’s from an organic reading difficulty such as dyslexia or from negative reinforcement of reading during the ‘learn to read’ years, saving a child or teen’s interest in literature is still possible through exposure to books on audio.
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Written by Dave Ramsey
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 Question. My husband and I are looking at getting a second vehicle. We found one we like, and it’s in great shape, but they’re asking more than we can afford to pay. Do you have any suggestions on how to make a low offer without insulting someone?
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Written by Jan Udlock
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 Ruth watched her child put his head down on the table. “I’m done,” replied her child.
“You only read 10 minutes.”
“My stomach hurts.” Ruth knew the real reason for the complaint. Alex struggled with reading. |
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Written by Dana Moonan
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When it’s cold outside, come in and try some fun, inside games. Some you played when you were young. Adapt them to fit your needs inside or invite some friends over for a Game Day play date! |
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Written by Paige Gardner Smith
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A baby’s first year is full of discovery for both child and parents. Babies quickly reach out to explore their immediate surroundings – and parents want to put just the right things within their reach. Crafted with the comfort, safety and pleasure of the very youngest child in mind – the best toys and products for babies can last beyond the crib days and into toddlerhood. The following items are all thoughtfully crafted for introduction in infancy, but have potential to engage a child beyond the crib. |
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Written by Jeanne Sellers
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When parents search for child care, the choice they make will have long lasting effects on their child’s achievement and social adjustment. Current research highlights the enormous impact child care providers have on the growth, development, and well-being of young children. The child’s experiences during his/her formative years will lay the foundation for the child’s life. In fact, long term studies prove that high quality child care positively impacts every aspect of child development that can be measured: complex thinking and reasoning skills (including language development and math skills), social interactions and relationship skills (Starting Points: Meeting the Needs of our Youngest Children, Carnegie Corporation, 1996). |
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Written by Robert L. Rux, M.D.
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 I have to admit to you guys, I love this time of year. We just finished Christmas and New Year’s, and Mardi Gras is around the corner. I know not everyone likes the cold, but I have some Wisconsin blood flowing through my veins, so I don’t mind the weather. It’s a perfect time to stay at home and spend time with our families and loved ones. One thing I try to think about is resolutions. I know this is an old cliche- everyone vowes to run ten miles a day, give up junk food and save the planet. While these goals are worthwhile, they often fall by the wayside within a few weeks. So this year, I want to challenge you to do something different.
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