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VOL. V : Issue 3 March 24, 2003
Editor: Joan Bramsch
E-mail: hijoan@joanbramsch.com

Common sense solutions for Today's Parenting Challenges!
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Empowered Parents = Strong Families
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THIS WEEK'S EDITION SPONSORED BY:

"Nutrition And Kids Adventures" is an educational 3-D CD-ROM game that is ENDORSED by Government, School Districts, Sports Groups, Business and Parents, and has received National media attention. More importantly it addresses what the USDA calls, "serious health epidemics" of Obesity, Diabetes, ADD/ADHD, Heart Disease and other health challenges affecting our children. INFO: http://www.nutritionandkids.net/10617/
Slide Show: http://joanbramsch.com/health/obesity.ppt
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INSIDE YOUR EP EZINE
<*> Letter to Parent
<*> Article
<*> Letters from EP Parents
<*> This 'n That
<*> Marketplace
<*> Subscribe/unsubscribe Information
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"You do what you know how to do; and when you know better, you do better."
- Maya Angelou
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<*> Letter to Parent

Dear Parents,

Those of us in America with family and friends serving in the military can receive a red-framed banner with a centered blue star by asking any member of the American Legion or by calling any post and making the request.

Gifts of the banner, which can be put in front windows of our homes, is a new service offered by this organization. I learned about the banners from an EP parent who is sending me one because my grandson is a paratrooper serving overseas.

I'm reprinting an article I think will be helpful to you and your children. We are in trying times in this world and we must help our children understand our views and how they can stay emotionally strong. I daresay this article will be helpful to us all.

May Peace come soon.

Love,
Joan

P.S. Here's a time saver - I have a perpetual calendar with pockets for each month. This is what I use for all greeting cards with a notation of name and event at the appropriate date. For my grandchildren, I put their year of birth - with seven of them, it's difficult for me to keep up.

In January I go to the Card Warehouse and purchase all cards for the year - birthdays, anniversaries, sadly a few sympathy cards, several atta girl/boy cards, Valentines and St. Pat's, and only have to purchase specifics during the year, like graduation and wedding cards.

I buy perfectly beautiful cards, some with music included, for 45 cents. I simply refuse to pay $3.50 for a card. Not me!

I work from a perpetual list of needs for my children, grandchildren, friends and associates, adjusting for new marriages and sadly some losses.

Upon returning home I put all the cards in order, according to month and time of month, then place the recipient's name where the stamp goes (I learned that tip from Tinkerbelle Mama, my darling, now departed, mama who refused to grow up! :). Then I place them in each of the month pockets and I'm set to go.

At the beginning of each month I pull out the cards, add notes and checks if applicable, address (first), then stamp 'em. These daze (sic) they get mailed all at once because I tend to forget toward the end of the month and everyone understands my addled brain! ;) In fact, many have told me that they love getting their greeting early because they enjoy the cards up to their appointed day.

I've been doing this for about 15 years. When someone passes away, I put a cross or star of David before the name. When someone leaves my circle of communication I just send them a mental good wish and move on.

Works for me. I think I even bought the calendar pocket book at a yard sale for about 50 cents. I LOVE to save money! :)

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I just found out something. GOLF is an acronym for... Are you ready? I couldn't believe this! Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden. Ha-rumph!

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Talking To Your Kids About War: 7 Tips Every Parent Needs to Know!By Tami Walsh, MA

War is a very uncomfortable and controversial subject for most adults; imagine how it must play out in the minds of young people. Today's youth have never lived through any war, let alone one that has been surrounded by terrorist attacks on our own country. How confusing and scary it must be for them. Yet, despite their fears and concerns, today's kids are asking more compelling and thought-provoking questions than some adults who may have just resigned themselves to feel like victims of our government's decisions.

Every young person I work with on a daily basis is asking me questions such as, "What would be a better way to solve these conflicts?" AND, "What can I do to help?" It seems the "typical" American preteen/teen, who is commonly judged by society as self-absorbed and narcissistic, really does care about what is going on in Iraq (a country they don't even understand our involvement with) AND they want to make a positive difference in some way.

At the same time, however, many of these same kids are feeling scared, confused, worried, sad and helpless about the safety of themselves, their friends and their family. Many kids have parents, siblings, friends and other relatives fighting overseas or they are connected to friends, teachers etc. who do.

So, as eager as our kids are to help others, we adults must remember that is our responsibility to recognize that our kids are feeling a myriad of emotions.

So, just what can adults do to help young people cope with their worries and questions and help them through this uncertain time?

Here Are 7 Simple Yet Profoundly Effective Tips To Help You Talk To Your Kids About War:

Let Them Know How You Feel About The War: Get clear on your own opinions. Remember, you are their #1 role model, and since kids generally "learn what they live," they will absorb your opinions and points of view… so it begins with you being clear about your positions and presenting those to your kids in a way that is truthful and heartfelt without "bashing" others.

Ask Them Questions To Help Them Develop Their Own Viewpoints, such as, "What might you have done if you were President Bush?" Kids need to identify and speak their own voice. This will give them a sense of empowerment rather than one of victimization.

Let Them Know That You Will Listen To Whatever Feelings They Are Having - WITHOUT JUDGMENT! You model this by listening to their points of view without telling them that they are "wrong," or that they "shouldn't feel like that." Listen without interrupting. Then, gently reflect their feelings back by saying, "It sounds like you really think…" This lets them know you are really listening, that you support them unconditionally and that it is safe to talk to YOU about their feelings.

Monitor The Amount Of TV And Radio Exposure Your Children Are Getting: By watching/listening too much, (typically more than 2 hours a day) you and your kids run the risk of becoming numb to the brutality of war and/or develop fears and depression… leading you (and especially them) to the point of nightmares and obsessions.

Answer Their Questions As Accurately As You Can: Kids will ask you questions you won't have the answers to, like, "How long will the war last," "How many people will die?" etc. Use what I call, your "parental wisdom" here. Be honest with them that you don't really know, and depending on their age, use your discretion with what you do or do not tell them in detail, especially if it is brutal or gory.

Reassure Them that they you, their city, their community and their school are taking extra precautions to keep them safe (and give them examples) without making false promises that you as an individual cannot fulfill.

Let Them Know They Do Not Have To Feel Helpless: Encourage and assist them to write letters with their friends, classmates or with you as a family, to their local lawmakers about their feelings and ideas.

One key point to keep in mind during wartime is to help kids feel they are important and that their voices and opinions do matter. Helping them feel engaged in the war through peace projects, letters to our brave men and women in the military, etc. will help prevent them from feeling like passive victims in a big and scary world. This takes the focus off of them worrying about safety issues and allows them the opportunity to feel some sense of power during a chaotic time in our world.

Remember, just because you are "Mom," or "Dad," "Aunt," or "Uncle," "Grandma," or "Grandpa," does not mean you have all the answers nor can you totally protect your child from everything he/she hears at school and from friends. Using your parental intuition as your compass in navigating these choppy waters will be your best ally.

And finally remember, LOVE is always the ultimate analgesic to any discomfort. An extra hug, an extra long family dinner or long walk in nature, will undoubtedly create a sense of unity.

And after all, isn't that our ultimate goal?
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Tami Walsh, MA, is Founder and President of the Los Angeles based life coaching company, Teen Wisdom. She is committed to the enhancement of self-esteem and self confidence of today's youth. She is a nationally recognized self-esteem expert and motivational speaker for parents and teens. For more information, visit www.teenwisdom.com

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"Learn to get in touch with silence within yourself,
and know that everything in this life has purpose.
There are no mistakes, no coincidences.
All events are blessings given to us to learn from."

-- Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
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<*> Letters from EP Parents

Joan, I get so many emails like yours these days and as hollow as I may feel about an impending war I take heart in how much we have grown.

The Vietnam War really got going when I was a freshman in high school. I remember because my cousin was with the 1st Marines and got his discharge just before they shipped out. I was happy for him and for myself in knowing that it would be long over by the time I finished high school. As it was the defense cutbacks did not happen until I was finishing college.

Back then it took years for enough people to see that they had to stand up and be counted against the war. It took years to go from news reports to teach-ins to mass protests. We may not have been able to stop junior from having his war and place in history but we are way ahead of where we were forty years ago.

This time we are starting with the mass protests. I have no doubt that will sag a bit as a war starts but I also believe the millions who have protested so far are only the seed of what is to come. I pray for your grandson and all the rest of us, that we come through this in better shape than we went in.
Bill

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"I like to believe that people in the long run are going to do more to promote peace than our governments. Indeed, I think that people want peace so much that one of these days governments had better get out of the way and let them have it."
-- Dwight D. Eisenhower
US President and WW ll General

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A good friend has a new grandbaby. A girl whose name is Nevaeh (na-vay-ah), which spells Heaven backwards. Lovely!

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Dear Joan,
Just wanted to tell you how very much I appreciated this bulletin. I'm
finding it so difficult to believe this war was our best option; yet when I
read of your grandson going off to fight in this war, it really causes me to
wonder just how these things should be approached and not compromise our
beliefs in the meantime. I'm reminded of a bracelet the kids around here
used to wear. On the band it said: W.W.J.D? What would Jesus do? I guess
throughout all of the war prep I expected to hear Bush just once suggest he
had consulted his highest power.
I'm not a politician. I'm a mother; and I try to put myself in the
position of so many of the mom's, grandmother's, relatives, of those in this
war. I pray each and all of them return safely.
Anyway Joan, thanks for your willingness to once again share your
thoughts and those of others. The letter at the end of the e-mail had some
very sound messages. I pray your grandson returns safely and this is all
accomplished quickly with the best interest of all in mind.
Highest regards,
Molly

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For the Liddle Kiddles... And they can't drop the pieces. :)
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Here's a letter from:

Name: Blanca
Subject: Toddler Seat belt safety in a convertible car
Comments: Can a car seat and child be safely placed in the passenger side of two seater convertible BMW car without airbags?

Dear Blanca,

I did some research and found this as some help:

Q. I have more kids than I have room in the back seat. What should I do?

Currently, the accepted recommendation is that children ages 12 and under (also worded as "under 13") should ride in the back seat. In cases where it is absolutely impossible for all children ages 12 and under to ride in the back seat, tough decisions need to be made. In general, the child who can be kept furthest from an air bag is the best choice for front seat placement. You should consult your vehicle manufacturer for advice on disabling air bags if a child under 13 will ride in an air bag-equipped position. Rear-facing infants can NEVER be placed in seating positions with active frontal air bags.

Please visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Web site at www.nhtsa.dot.gov for a list of facilities that can deactivate air bags.

I know you said you had no airbag, but you don't give your child's age. I also don't know if a BMW convertible has any sort of a roll bar over the top. I'd suggest that you do more research online, seeking car seat safety sites, then send them an e-mail.

Personally, altho' I know the fun of riding in an open air vehicle, I doubt a child's safety helmet would protect her/him enough to save her/his life. If it has no air bags, is it vintage? If so, perhaps you can either purchase another car - something like my vintage '84 Oldsmobile Delta 88 for rugged dependability and safety, or sell it because your life style has now changed.

A parent is a parent forever more. And it's worth every moment. :)
Sincerely,
Joan

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Regarding the survey (and the report will be included here)
Dear Joan,
I would gladly give you my vote, but I deleted the thing. Please send a new one if that is convenient for you. I must say that I do enjoy your ezine very, very much. I like it the way it is but if you feel that any changes need to made then I would welcome them too. You help keep me grounded and remind me that the world is a good place for me and my family. Best regards, Anne

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SURVEY RESULTS:
VOTES TOPIC
16 How to love what you have, but still keep your Dream
16 How to Communicate with my Teen
8 How to Find and/or Keep a quality Adult relationship
6 How to stop my young child's continuous demands
6 How to control my Spending
Special requests:
X How to overcome stress and nurture your family's soul (even when you're a single parent with stress for two)
X How to control spending at the grocery store.
X How to enjoy working when all I want is to be a stay-at-home mom!!

JOAN'S NOTE:
I think that these two can be combined into one great book which I'm planning on writing. Actually, my Bill and I outlined this work before his passing; I shall now organize our thoughts and publish.
How to love what you have, but still keep your Dream
How to Find and/or Keep a quality Adult relationship

The next great topic is: How to Communicate with my Teen
Bill always teased that we simply bury 'em at age 13 and dig'em back up at age 21 and all our problems would be solved. ;) Get this... We had FIVE teenagers in the house all at one time! Never had a second to take a breath between "phases" before the next one slipped right in the slot! God bless'em. Can you imagine the raging hormones of four teen daughters? No wonder I had to stay top dog, eh? Son Bill swore he would never marry. He actually did not date until college and he held out until he was a little over 30 years. I was always grateful he was the oldest. Not only did he help us size up the boys before allowing them to date our daughters, but what if he had been born the last of five? He would have had FIVE mothers!!! ;)

How to stop my young child's continuous demands is very easy. It only takes one action - CONSISTENCY - and one word and that word is...all together now... NO!

And unless you are addicted to shopping, then How to control my Spending requires the same answer... NO!

If you have suggestions for the special requests, just e me and let me know.

THANK YOU DEARLY for all your good responses. All good Doobees! :)

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Joan,
This was supposed to be about parenting, not antiwar liberal twaddle. The last mailings have been full of this, but the latest one received today made me livid. No more appeasement - the time for Jaw-Jaw has passed and now it is time for War-War.
Regards,
Thos

Dear Tom,
Thank you for your note. Here is my reply.

I'm a child advocate. I'd be that even if I weren't a Parent and a Grandparent. That's why I had hoped there would be a nonviolent solution to this situation. In less than two years our President has withdrawn from international environmental agreements, from the World court, and now from abiding by the UN ruling where a coalition of 158 countries predominantly voted against this invasion (which is the first time America has ever done a preemptive strike, incidentally).

This is not the wild west where a few people will be killed; there are 300,000 military there - for the most part American young people - and hundreds of thousands of Iraqi troops, as well as, 12 million children under 15 years of age. I don't think the Jaw-Jaw was done as well and as extensively as could have been done, before the War-War started.

If the order is given to destroy Iraqi structures, then pay close attention afterwards to which American companies will be hired by our government to rebuild. And tho' there should be open bidding, there will not be. (actually this was noted in this morning's news) But I digress...

What if it were your child/children in harm's way over there? Would you be so quick to vote to attack if, as a result, your child had an arm blown off, or an eye blinded, or a hole in her/his gut because we are now having a War-War?

We are all connected, Tom, and the sooner we all realize this, the sooner we will have Peace. Does your wife feel the same as you do, I wonder?

I wish you would stay with EP. I write darn good parenting newsletters, but I also send out bulletins when we are in conflict or crisis. I worked around the clock during 9/11. You'd be surprised how many hysterical parents I was able to calm.

Did you yet spend some time at the web site? There are 200+ pages of free articles and a safe Empowered Kids Game room and a section just for Teens.
http://www.EmpoweredParent.com

Did you ever read my Bill's Tribute page? I think you'd find him an honorable man who fought and almost died in Korea. http://joanbramsch.com/bill/tribute.shtml

If you still want to leave simply send a blank e-mail to:
empoweredparenting-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com
It was at the bottom of the message, but I guess you also wanted to vent, and that's all right with me. You gave me the opportunity to counter your remarks. :)

God bless America and all our military.
Love, Joan

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Here's a letter from:

Name: Deb
Subject: King Neptune's photo - famous pig
Comments: Dear Joan...

My husband and I were doing some research on King Neptune, having seen his grave near to where my husband's family lives in Dongola, IL. We saw the photo you have of him, however, when he died, in 1950 color photos were not available until at least the mid 60\'s to the general public. Where did you get this photo of him and could it be just the photo of his breed rather than King Neptune himself? Would be grateful for your soonest
reply. Many thanks
Deb Florence, SC

It's just a picture of a porker, Deb! :) Something to add to the page.

Interesting, how we research unusual things, isn't it? I do the same thing. My husband used to say, "I wonder... about such and so." I'd say, "Look it up." He'd say, "No, it's not that important." Then I'd do it, and he knew I'd do it. Couldn't not do it!

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I was looking for information on child rearing. I joined the group and checked the messages that had been posted. All I saw were antiwar emails, nothing about child rearing. I am sorry I have nothing against those who wish for peace, we all do. But I am a military wife, waiting for word on when my husband gets shipped out. I am bombarded enough with the antiwar sentiment. I wanted support, not someone telling me my husband is fighting for a bad cause.
Thank you,
Nancy

My dear Nancy,

I don't have a msg. board for anyone to post emails on my site. Just to reassure you; you may have looked at more than one site.

Nowhere on my site do you see anything written against the military men and women who are being sent overseas. The point I am trying to make to readers is that, tho' I agree the Iraqi leadership must change, I don't believe that enough alternative measures have been put forth instead of war.

I am a child advocate and there are 12 million children under age 15 years living in Iraq. Children of any nation, in any confrontation, large or small, between adults, are the ones who suffer the consequences and have no say. I just read a letter written by a child in Maine that illustrates what I am feeling about the innocent children. If you wish , you may read it here:

http://www.alternet.org/story.html?StoryID=15291

My husband, recently deceased and who I miss terribly after having been best friends for almost 50 years, started to write a book for his five children before he got too ill to complete the work. I finished it and have published it for our family.

The evening before a serious operation when he might have died, and after 40+ years of holding it all in, he told me about his horrendous experiences while fighting in Korea. He wept as he released it all, and it nearly overwhelmed me with the knowing. I never was told the truth, till that evening, why he was awarded the Bronze Star. He fought with his men, only 10,000 strong, against 100,000+ of the enemy for four days and finally beat them back. He was one of the lucky ones who returned in one piece, but knowing what I know now, unseen to the world, even to me, his heart was broken and war changed him.

God knows and I want _you_ to know that I totally support the men and women of the military. Despite the new laws jammed through for the Homeland Security Defense which unconstitutionally limit our constitutional liberties, I still speak out against leadership decisions. Millions of other people around the globe did so over the weekend.

Yes, I support you and your man, Nancy. The thing is... the world is not supporting our leader's decision to go it alone, and that causes me great concern because we may not be able to do it alone and who will suffer? The men and women of the military.

My 19 year old grandson, still a child in my eyes, is already over there. He's a paratrooper and he will be one of the first to be tossed into the mix should war be declared - a preemptive war, which has never been declared by leaders of the United States of America.

Even the Vietnam POWs are speaking out - "be sure of what you are doing because you have never been in a war before" they say to our leaders - Bush, Rumsfeld, Wolfowitz and Cheney have NEVER fought in any war ever. I feel remorse for Powell because I think he has been gagged.

So I respectfully request that you stay with me. There are all sorts of wonder-filled articles and fun activities on the web site to support you and your family. There's a safe Empowered Kid Game Room, too. :)

I _do_ support your family, right here, right now. And if you need to vent, I'll also provide a confidential ear for you.

I just think that the UN can't be completely wrong to vote against supporting this war, and that the inspectors should be given the time to do their job. If 100 inspectors aren't enough, then send in 1000 or 10,000, but keep our military men and women, somebody's family member, safe. Don't leave, Nancy.
Love,
Joan Bramsch

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Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power. - Abraham Lincoln
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Dear Joan, really enjoy your newsletter. My children are all grown and married but I have 4 delightful grand children whom I cherish. I have watched them grow from infancy to adolescent and then young men and young women. What a blessing. Blessings to you and your family, keep up the good work. A traveler on the road, Elsie

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Here's a letter from:

Name: Nadine
Subject: Golden Birthday for 8 yr. old boy
Comments: Do you have any suggestions for a golden birthday gift for an 8
year old boy? We want something lasting that will mean something to him as an adult. Thanks.

Hi Nadine,

About the most lasting gift that comes to mind, especially if your son is interested in astronomy is to have a star named after him... forever! I think this only costs about $49. Do a search on google to find the company.

Then you could give him 8 golden dollar coins.

Or a gold signet ring with the date of his Golden birthday inside.

Or release 8 golden helium-filled balloons with his name and address attached to a golden string to see who will find his balloons and write to him. Surely a lasting pen pal or two will result.

If you can afford it, a promise to deposit $8 a week for the entire year into a special bank account that he may either watch grow for several years and then invest or spend, or to spend on his 9th birthday in a special way. His choice. No strings! How's that?
Love, Joan

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REGARDING "If you read this far, send me an e-mail and tell me so," from the February EP issue:*
Yes, thank you for the words -- Marie
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Well, of course I did! You're a treasure. Hugs, Chris
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Read this far. Love your e-mails -- they're so inspiring to myself and others in my life experiencing life's difficulties. Love, Karen
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Yep, ....I read the whole thing! Thanks for all you do! Happy belated Birthday! Rhonda
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Yes, Beautiful job, Joan. Thank you. Love, Marty
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Yup, as usual a great newsletter. BG
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I read passed "this far!" Jane
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Yup, I read this far... Your story about Bill and the love letters and flowers to the girls, brings him back so vividly! What an awesome man he was!! Bill was one in a million. Not many men have that kind of love to spread around to others. Love, Cindy
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Yes, and I just wanted to tell you thanks for running the information on the petition to Congress in your ezine today! You are appreciated! Love, jl

Yes, I read "this far," but a month late! :)

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The supreme happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved.
- Victor Hugo

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Subject: information on terrible twos and terrible teens
Hi
I am writing a research paper on terrible two and teens. I was wondering if i had anymore information on both topics or if u could tell me where i could find alot of information on them i would be very greatful. Thank You!

Now here's a student trying to fool an experienced teacher! It was a Ph.D. who wrote that article on the EP site. This young fellow will have to write his own paper. ;)

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Joan: I would love to carry that tradition of Bill's for flowers and a love letter for my daughter. Keep up the good work. Tina

Tina... I sincerely hope that your husband or significant other will continue the tradition. It's a very important image for your daughter.

The other is that either one or the other or both of you, but preferably her Dad, SHAKES HANDS with her date when he comes to take out your daughter. He is less apt to put his hands on her without permission after he has felt the grip of her father!

Experience talking here... with 4 daughters to keep safe.
Love, Joan

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Taps
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We have all heard the haunting song, "Taps."

It's the song used at military funerals and at the end of each day on U.S. military bases. Perhaps we should read the words to the melody U.S. soldiers
hear around the world each day.

Day is done, gone the sun
From the lakes, from the hills, from the skies
All is well, safely rest, God is nigh.

Fading light, dims the sight
And a star, gems the sky,
Gleaming bright, from afar,
Drawing nigh, falls the night.

Thanks and praise for our days
'Neath the sun, 'neath the stars, 'neath the sky.
As we go, this we know, God is nigh.

"Taps" Words by Union General Daniel Butterfield
and bugler Oliver Norton.

MountainWings: http://www.mountainwings.com

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To Give The Moms a Chuckle!

In My Next Life by an anonymous STRONG woman!

In this life I'm a woman.

In my next life, I'd like to come back as a bear.
When you're a bear, you get to hibernate.
You do nothing but sleep for six months.

I could deal with that.

Before you hibernate, you're supposed to eat yourself stupid.

I could deal with that, too.

When you're a girl bear, you birth your children (who are the size of walnuts) while you're sleeping and wake to partially grown, cute cuddly cubs.

I could definitely deal with that.

If you're a mama bear, everyone knows you mean business. You swat anyone who bothers your cubs. If your cubs get out of line, you swat them too.

I could deal with that.

If you're a girl bear, your mate EXPECTS you to wake up growling. He EXPECTS that you will have hairy legs and excess body fat.

Yup...gonna be a bear.

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Remember I value you, right here, right now!
Love,
Joan
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NEXT ISSUE: More of the best I can find for you, dear Parent. And those EP Bulletins will continue, if sporadically.

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In the meantime, here is an angel sent to watch over you for me.
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FROM BILL: We are Angels born with but one wing,
In order to fly we must embrace one another.
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Till next time, don't forget -- Parenthood is Wonder-filled!
Fondly, Joan
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