Words vs. Action and the Political Candidates

The belief that we can change our lives for the better renews our hope. Our presidential candidates understand this, and each of them is trying to convince the voters that he or she can best bring change to our country. During the recent democratic candidate debate, Hillary Clinton expressed her belief that Obama romanticizes change with eloquent words instead of taking concrete steps to achieve them. Barack's response indicated that he felt it was important not to underestimate the power of words as a powerful agent of change.

I am not trying to convince anyone to support either candidate or to reinforce their opinions of one another. However, Obama and Hillary each make an important point. In order to achieve our goals, it's important to walk the walk, and talk the talk.

Which candidate do you think can do both?

Late Bloomers with an Early Agenda

In previous generations, parents counted on their kids to help them with important family tasks. While many parents still assign chores, the prevailing attitude is to let kids be kids. All children need the time and space to play. But many children are growing up without a sense of purpose. Oftentimes, teenagers develop a narcissistic attitude and feel that they shouldn’t have to work at all. At the same time, they’re inappropriately exposed to adult topics and begin participating in grown-up activities much earlier than they should. I call these children "late bloomers with an early agenda." As caring, compassionate adults, we need to work together to make our society healthier for children. In the meantime, in lieu of moving to the wilderness, I’m sure you have come up with things that you do to help your children thrive. Please share them with us.

Thanks,
Patti