Happy February, Everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s the month of Love\u2026at least it\u2019s the month of Valentine\u2019s Day; an opportunity to express our love in many ways, and to give small gifts. Valentine\u2019s Day, though many people think of it as a silly Hallmark holiday, is kind of cool, if you think about it. How often do kids in school express their friendship and care for one another by giving Valentines to each other? So sweet!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Valentine\u2019s Day is also a time for some people to be sad. Recent breakups, loneliness, loneliness inside of relationships, loss, hurt, disappointment, and so much more. I challenge everyone to find LOVE in any way that works. Feel and express love for a dear friend, a dear relative, a loyal pet or even celebrate an inanimate object \u2013 the blessing of a reliable car, a protective home, a beloved coat, a family heirloom, etc\u2026 Remember, love can be expressed and felt in so many ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s use this February to teach our kids and to learn about love. Here are a few tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Look for LOVE every chance you get \u2013 where is it hiding that you hadn\u2019t thought of as love before? Watch for people hugging, smiling, laughing, showing kindness; even tears can show love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Express love 100 times a day \u2013 who haven\u2019t you told lately or who really needs to hear it right now? We can even express love for some things (after love for people) \u2013 a comfy bed, a cozy blanket, etc\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 What do YOU love? Are you passionate about something that you haven\u2019t prioritized lately? Painting? Creating? Writing? Designing? Inventing? Running? Reading? Cooking? Gardening? You get my point. GO DO THAT! It\u2019s how you show love to yourself and spread love to the world!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 What do your kids love? Do you even know? Sometimes, as parents we get caught up in the day-to-day custodial aspects of life and we forget to nurture what makes our kids sparkle. Help them to find their own passions; then encourage and nourish them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Happy Valentine\u2019s Day, to my very loving and loyal Balanced Parenting tribe! I send you my gratitude and my wishes for love in your lives in any ways you wish for yourselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I love you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bette
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Happy February, Everyone! It\u2019s the month of Love\u2026at least it\u2019s the month of Valentine\u2019s Day; an opportunity to express our love in many ways, and to give small gifts. Valentine\u2019s…<\/p>\n