by Rich Patterson | Jun 29, 2018 | Family & Relationships, Parenting, Resilience
Helicopter Parents’ Concerns Helicopter parents are very protective or have an obsessive interest in their child’s life. As a retired high school administrator, I could recognize these parents quickly when I asked the child a question. Right away, the...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 22, 2018 | Communication, Encouragement, Parenting
Balance–Seasons & Kids For years I have struggled with Balance in my life. As I spoke with friends and colleagues, I found that so does nearly everyone. It seems that we’re never quite in Balance and always striving to keep everything going in the...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 11, 2018 | Achievement, Character, Encouragement, Parenting
Woodland Pond As you look at this photo, what do you see? It is a woodland pond in a forest, and depending on the habitat, it could be anywhere. Their size can vary greatly depending on the amount of open water they contain. They are very rich in birdlife and...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 6, 2018 | Encouragement
Peaceful Sunset Evening As I sit on my deck at 8,600 ft., watching the sunset on a beautiful May evening I realize how wonderful it is to be quiet, peaceful, and calm. No striving, no pushing, producing, accountability, simply experiencing life as intended. I close my...
by Rich Patterson | May 18, 2018 | Communication, Family & Relationships, Parenting
One Perspective One of the areas in which I have worked to improve is that of perspective. I still find myself seeing things through my life-lens, insisting that I am right. When I stop and consider someone else’s thoughts, I quickly realize that their...
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