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What To Do With Halloween
By
Linda Mintle
OK let me just say, I am not a fan of Halloween. I find it creepy. I hate horror movies. They give me nightmares and our family has purposely avoided those movies. I never understood the benefit of giving my kids nightmare material. Personally, I have researched the Celtic origins of Halloween. Knowing it has…
Is “Selfish” Genetic?
By
Linda Mintle
Two toddlers are at play: Timmy hands his truck to his friend, “Here you can play with it.” But Ricky hangs on to that truck for dear life. “No it is mine!” Is the difference genetic? In an Israeli study reported in the Wall Street Journal, researchers found that kids who didn’t share had a…
WWBD? What Would Barbie Do?
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Linda Mintle
Some feminists believe playing with Barbie leads to body dissatisfaction and the desire for breast implants. Now I know some of you are thinking, Oh come on, she’s only a harmless doll. An icon from the twentieth century. It’s not like she’s Chucky! Let her play in peace! Put on her Pilates outfit and let’s…
Remembering 911…Ways to Help Children Cope With Fear
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Linda Mintle
To the families who lost loved ones, we haven’t forgotten you. You are in our prayers. Sunday will not be an easy day. Here are 24 tips to help children cope with fear, especially after a disaster, trauma or life event. Coping With Children’s Fears: When terror strikes, how do you cope? You will communicate…
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