Forum: Family

“...it’s not that I can’t afford to pay, it’s that I won’t pay that amount!” — Quote by Beverly But...my comment fell on deaf ears, for my...

“If the sign says do not trespass, you are not supposed to trespass against those who have trespassed against you.” — Quote by Beverly’s sister who...

As you know, I have a sister, age 52, who has Downs Syndrome. Since our mother died last September, Debbie has come to live with us. She is such a...

My sister, age 54, with Downs Syndrome now lives with my family since our mother passed away...to make her feel a part of the family I have assigned...

“The happiness of married life depends upon making small sacrifices with readiness and cheerfulness.” — John Selden

“Your children are the most precious people in your life. It’s not enough to look for a caretaker who ‘speaks English, has a driver’s license and is...

“When I approach a child, he inspires in me two sentiments: tenderness for what he is, and respect for what he may become.” – Louis Pasteur

“Discipline is a symbol of caring to a child. He needs guidance. If there is love, there is no such thing as being too tough with a child.” – Bette...

“Treat your wife always with respect; it will procure respect to you, not only from her, but from all that observe it. Never use a slighting...

“Love is not getting, but giving. It is sacrifice. And sacrifice is glorious. If a man is worth loving at all, he is worth loving generously, even...

“Healthy families remind each other of their goodness; unhealthy families remind each other of their failings.” – Michael J. Fox

“It is only in the bosom of my family that I shall find happiness.” – Francois Toussaint-L'ouvertine

“Involved parenting is the only way to go. You can’t get around it – parents who watch their kids closely and are involved in their neighborhood and...

“Give a boy a dog and you’ve furnished him a playmate.” – Berton Braley

“It can be frightening for a child not to have limits.” – Fred Rogers

“We find delight in the beauty and happiness of children that makes the heart too big for the body.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

“A baby is so powerfully appealing that people are even entertained watching it sleep.” – Bill Cosby

“With kids, hugs of all kinds should always come naturally – quick squeezes, hug-and-kiss combos, and great big bear hugs that only Dad can give....

“When we praise our children, we provide them with a model for how to notice and express their appreciation of others and the world around them. This...

“Love your children unconditionally. This means you love them no matter what. It doesn’t mean you can’t get upset with them; it just means you can’t...