Breaking The Cycle of Family Addiction Everyone enjoys inheriting Grandpa's sense of humor or Mom's musical talent. But unfortunately, there are some other things we can inherit that are less desirable. One of the most common is a tendency toward addiction. While anyone can become addicted, regardless of family history, there is strong scientific backing for the notion that people can have a predisposition to addiction, and that this … [Read more...]

When to Perform Exterior Siding Maintenance (and How to Make it a Family Affair) Your family home is not only a hub for daily activities and events but also a place in which you can create a lifetime of precious memories. The family home is the focal point for big family milestones as well as goofy movie nights and evenings spent tucking little ones into bed. For many homeowners, purchasing and maintaining the family home are some of the biggest … [Read more...]

Knowing Your Teenager Having teenagers can be an emotional roller coaster ride. You are definitely going to have some ups and downs but it’ll all be worth it in the end to see your child to be all grown up. They are going to need some guidance growing up and they are going to need your help. Let them know you're there. No matter how much they say they hate you or they don’t want to live with you anymore, they still need you more than … [Read more...]

Teens and Alcohol: A Dangerous Combination If you're the parent of a teenager, you may have been faced with the subject of underage drinking; and, even if you haven't experienced it personally, you've likely given the matter some thought. With alcohol being affordable, relatively easy to obtain, and popular among teens and young adults, the threat of underage drinking is very real, and one that hits close to home for countless families. However, … [Read more...]