Growing Pains of Parenthood... for the parents. Things change as we have more kids and as they get older. We must be aware, understand the current situation and adapt.

What is fear? It's NOT what most people think it is or what they first say. Look it up. Then give your children what they need most and everything will be fine. You can do this.

As parents, we are very critical of ourselves, we don't need anyone else to help with that! So if your child needs a little comforting give it to them, even if that comfort is a pacifier!

Kids don't know what hard work is... very few adults even know what hard work is. Smart work is what we need... Your kids doing homework and think that's hard? That is called "practice".

The number one reason parents tell me WHY they can't engage with their kids more... you can have reasons or you can have results, but you can't have both. Which is more important to you?

 There's a lot more to preparing for a trip besides packing clothes and toys. Do you dread flying with your kids? Do you dread seeing other kids on what you hoped would be a nice, quiet flight? Here is the trick behind those "good kids" you see on trips. It's no accident!

 Your kids will not listen to you unless your actions are in alignment with your words. Easy to understand, but critical for you to do. Your actions are what they mimic. Choose wisely.

 Numbers don't lie. The sooner you get started the easier it is, but don't fall into a trap.

 Giving is good for everyone. Ryan's favorite cause is "Sock It To Em Socks". http://sockittoemsockcampaign.org/ Today Ryan is on his way to pick up 2,200 socks that were donated by Zkano. https://zkano.com/ Socks are the #1 thing requested by the homeless and these two organizations are helping to fulfill that need.

 What is the controversy about? Do we have room to get better? What effect does it have on the kids?