Here are some tips and resources for coping when a loved one is deployed. Having someone you love deployed, whether child, partner, relative or close friend, is extremely stressful. An article I wrote Called "Separation Protest Reactions" helped mothers whose sons were being deployed in Georgia. The

The victimization of the elderly, often by a spouse or adult child, is virtually a national epidemic. The victimization of the elderly, often by a spouse or adult child, is virtually a national epidemic. A complex mix of psychological, social, and economic influences contributes to elder maltreatment

~it's the thought that counts really!~ "What shall we make grandma and grandpa for their anniversary?" This question is repeated throughout the year, whether it's a birthday, wedding anniversary or some set calendar holiday; and despite the highly commercialized nature of many of these celebrations,

Did you know that even in the spring, food is still scarce for birds. Bird-feeding is a great family activity. It helps the birds too! Did you know that even in spring, food is still scarce for birds? It's too cool yet for many insect populations, and there won't be any fruit on trees until harvest

The article looks at relationships within a family, how to grow in a healthy way and accepting others. Letting go of children. And parents. They say it is hard to let go. I realized how right they were when I first let my little daughter ride a bike without training wheels. Despite that pit of