http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/980561/appreciate-the-now It’s so easy to get caught up in our future plans. But along the way, doing so can leave us unappreciative of the present. Don’t let it. Instead, bask in the little joys every day — from the laughter of your kids to the little compliments you receive. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/980561/appreciate-the-now Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Sarah W. Caron Mon, 29 Oct 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/974671/favorite-note-cards-to-express-gratitude When was the last time you sat down with a pen and paper, wrote a note to a friend and dropped it in the mail? There's something about receiving a note from a friend that makes the day a bit brighter — and there's a perfect note card for everyone. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/974671/favorite-note-cards-to-express-gratitude Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Nichole Beaudry Mon, 04 Jun 2012 09:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961601/simple-ways-to-show-gratitude-to-your-kids We all love to feel important and appreciated and children are no exception. Here are some simple, but powerful ways to make your kids feel valued, show them just how much they mean to you and help foster a closeness that will last a lifetime. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/961601/simple-ways-to-show-gratitude-to-your-kids Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Nichole Beaudry Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/949323/if-youre-grateful-and-you-know-it-write-a-note Thank you notes are a lovely way to show others that you truly appreciate them. By teaching our kids why and how to write them, we’ll raise children who others will be happy to know. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/949323/if-youre-grateful-and-you-know-it-write-a-note Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Nichole Beaudry Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947585/rocky-road-and-rainbows I lost my father before I even had the chance to know him. Although I have no real memories of him, he managed to leave me with the greatest gift a father could give his child. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/947585/rocky-road-and-rainbows Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Nichole Beaudry Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/842315/monday-mom-challenge-have-more-fun-this-fall The kids are settled into school and the household routine is chugging along. It’s not quite the November/December holiday crazy time -- yet. You are in the midst of the precious few weeks in fall when you can take advantage of the season and the somewhat settled feeling and relax a little. Let yourself de-stress and have some fun in this transitional time. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/842315/monday-mom-challenge-have-more-fun-this-fall Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Monday Mom Challenge Jen Klein Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:20:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/824155/how-to-celebrate-your-relationship It's the season of love -- what better time to celebrate your relationship than now? Here's a variety of tips and ideas to flatter your man, make him feel special and enrich your relationship by focusing on the extra-special little things. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/824155/how-to-celebrate-your-relationship Love & Sex Marriage & Relationships Couple Time & Romance Alison Bills Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:34:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819897/Help-your-kids-learn-about-being-thankful With Christmas ads already inundating the airwaves, it can be difficult to set the right Thanksgiving tone with your children. The November holiday in the U.S. is more than turkey-themed crafts and a big meal that marks the beginning of the “gimme this, I want that” season. It is a time of tradition, appreciation and thankfulness. Sometimes conveying that appropriately to our kids amid the consumerism onslaught is a challenge. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819897/Help-your-kids-learn-about-being-thankful Parenting Family Fun Parenting Advice & Columns Jen Klein Tue, 23 Nov 2010 06:19:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819948/How-to-create-holiday-traditions-with-your-kids When your children think back on their formative years, what holiday traditions will they remember? Will they remember the serious, elegant meals at Grandma Thelma’s house? Or the silly, groan-inducing jokes at Grandpa Eugene’s house? Traditions from family member’s homes are all good and well, but what traditions will they remember from your house? Along with thankfulness, appreciation and pumpkin pie, Thanksgiving is about tradition, so make sure you are establishing some of your very own family traditions in your house. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819948/How-to-create-holiday-traditions-with-your-kids Parenting Family Fun Parenting Advice & Columns Jen Klein Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:31:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819896/Monday-Mom-challenge-Be-grateful-AND-appreciative It’s that time of year. Thanksgiving and the December holidays are rapidly approaching and it’s time to count our blessings for the many good things in our lives. However, does the tradition of noting thankfulness have to come with blind acceptance for every single thing in our lives? And are thankfulness and appreciation the same thing? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819896/Monday-Mom-challenge-Be-grateful-AND-appreciative Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Monday Mom Challenge Jen Klein Wed, 17 Nov 2010 06:23:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819949/Make-every-day-a-thanks-giving-day The winter holiday season is a pressure-filled time of year, both emotionally and physically. As a mom, it can be particularly intense. We are often are the super mulitaskers in the family -- add a major holiday and all the expectations thereof and it can be hard to feel thankful or even appreciative some days. Even if you love Thanksgiving, the traditions can take their toll on you. So don’t leave the thankfulness for November. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/819949/Make-every-day-a-thanks-giving-day Parenting Family Fun Parenting Advice & Columns Jen Klein