At the beginning of summer I had the overzealous idea to productively use the early morning hours when my children were out cold. It made sense. Two hours of quiet time to get A TON DONE. Perfect. Ever had those kinds of thoughts? I prayed to know what should be my focus, made a list …
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A few months ago my mother presented me with a priceless gift–a box of letters I had written to her from Japan where I served an LDS church mission thirty years ago. As I began to read the letters, I was stunned by the person I saw–happy, positive, and capable. That’s not what I remembered! Reading through those letters …
Over fifteen years of speaking at Education Week and each year, it’s a new and incredible adventure. It’s where I’ve met, connected with, and formed fabulous friendships that continue to this day. And it’s where, aside from having children, I’ve had some of my most spiritual experiences. I still remember one day, in the middle …
Did you catch my Studio 5 segment on “Preparing Your Children for School?” Get the go-to tips for helping your kids start the first day in the best way, elementary school through high school ages. (see video link below) AND, enjoy these tips and more for only $.99 in my Amazon bestselling book, What Every …
Want to prepare your children for school in more than just supplies? Help them get emotionally and mentally prepared with great tips on Connie’s Studio 5 segment, live at 11 AM. Catch it again on this website tomorrow. Get these tips and more for only .99 today in Connie’s Amazon best-selling book, What Every 6th …
For summer, I like to help my kids develop their talents, in fun ways we don’t have time for during the year. And, to help curb boredom. And, to have something solid to show for three whole summer months besides an awesome tan and great swimming pool memories. A few weeks ago I was looking …
Summer has begun! And at our house, it’s been jumping into the new joy with both feet. Here are a few things working for us so far… #1. The Fun Box. We already searched for, chosen, and purchased all the delights for the younger kids’ “Fun Box.” That’s the tub (expertly decorated with an 8 …
My son is graduating this week (we think). But that’s not the milestone that has my focus. It’s the milestone, for him, of follow-through. And to positively deal with stress. And to learn to communicate a clear thought and receive the same from someone else. These milestones are really the ones that matter. For example, …
Sure, you’re trying to survive May. But in that mix comes decisions on what to do for summer—sign ups, job applications, and family vacations. We’ve started this process too, in between graduation announcements and end-of-year activities. I’ve got a few key tips to help you make it simple and successful on my Studio 5 segment …
This past weekend and into the week was tough. As in, Dodge Ram tough. And by Tuesday I was feeling the weight of many things stacked and layering, giving me the distinct desire to dive quickly under the covers with only my Austen books and lemon cookies to see me through. Ever felt that way? …
