Traveling Down Memory Lane
Originally Posted on January 12, 2014 by BJ Howell. Ok, so I am sitting in the coffee shop enjoying my one “free day” and for some reason they are playing old songs. Normally they play soft rock, pop or more recently holiday music, but I’ve never heard them play 70’s and 80s...
Baby It’s Cold Outside!
Originally Posted on January 7, 2014 by BJ Howell. The last couple days have been excruciatingly cold. So cold that I needed a real coat and real shoes (my Crocs simply are not going to keep my toes warm). Schools have delayed the start of their day, there are repeated warnings circulating...
2014…A Year of Growth and Wellbeing, Part 1
Originally Posted on January 6, 2014 by BJ Howell. I don’t really believe in New Year Resolutions. I do, however, believe in reviewing the past year and making changing (goals) based on whether my life is going in the direction I intend it to go. So, everything isn’t dependent on January 1st....
Is Honey Boo Boo the Next Barbie?
Originally Posted on January 3, 2014 by BJ Howell. Is there true reality in Reality TV? “Here comes Honey Boo Boo” is a reality show based off of a character/participant on TLCs “Toddles and Tiaras” (another reality show). It supposedly depicts the everyday life of Honey Boo Boo (Alana) and her family....
Seeking Therapeutic Help for Your Child
Originally Posted on April 4, 2013 by BJ Howell. “Mini-Blog” follow-up to: Can You Help My Child? At the 1st session with parents, a frequent statement that I hear, as it relates to their child, is “I’m willing to do anything”. The truth of the matter is, when it comes to life...
Can You Help My Child?
Originally Posted on March 17, 2013 by BJ Howell. Can you help my child? This is a question that I get at least 2x a month. The call comes from a desperate parent of a child or teen who is exhibiting inappropriate behaviors. Behaviors like throwing tantrums, lying, stealing, skipping class, uncontrolled...
Location, Location, Location
Originally Posted on January 1, 2014 by BJ Howell. Location is Everything! Where do you live? The quote often used in the real estate market is simply ”Location, Location, Location”. Location is everything. I agree. However, I am not talking about the physical place where you lay your head at night, I...
The Stuff Kids Teach You…
Originally Posted on December 18, 2013 by BJ Howell. This week was an awesome week where I was reminded that every day is a day to learn new things and live life to the fullest. It also reminded me that we need to continue to find positive ways to interact with (and...
Construction Crew or Demolition Crew?
Originally Posted on June 14, 2013 by BJ Howell. What is your child learning from you? I think it goes without saying that children are like sponges; they soak up everything. What they see and hear effects them in one way or another. Sometimes there are visible changes within them. At other times...
Honoring Your “I Am”
Originally Posted on January 2, 2014 by BJ Howell. “I Am” These are two of the most powerful words a person can speak (or think). Whether it is positive or negative, these two words bring about a truth that cannot be denied. According to James Allen, “a man is literally what he...