(Based on my 8/31 WAFB Parenting 101 interview) When is the right age to start talking with your kids about drugs and alcohol? Whenever a situation presents itself, whether in "real life" or on screen, where the

John Rosemond is such an inspired and inspiring authority on parenting well.  And we have the opportunity to hear him LIVE in Baton Rouge in a month!!! Check out the details and register here.

Here's a little sneak peak of the parenting seminar I will be sharing on Saturday, July 24 at Zachary Church of Christ from 9-11 am (call 225-654-5993 to register, childcare and lunch provided): At its core, parenting

I will never forget the tension and anxiety that permeated my house and family as I crossed the bridge from ignorance to knowledge regarding the fundamentals of sex.  Let me take you on a quick trip back

The world class athletes stand on wobbly legs, sweating profusely and wondering when this nightmare drill will end.  Some are doubled over at the goal line, retching, coughing, sputtering, and moaning.  Others have their bodies steeled and

It is very good to have a plan.  Just don't hold it too tightly. Six days and seven nights at Disney World.  Four parks, plus a special shopping district, and multiple resorts with additional minor attractions.  Special

[caption id="attachment_1636" align="alignleft" width="409" caption="(Never even considered putting Shep on this one, although he LOVED watching this thrill ride!)"][/caption] Parents aren't always right, but we know more than our children.  We need to lead. My son is

Well, for many folks, this is the season of FEAR.  Yes, it's time to don the hockey masks, vampire capes, fake blood, and gruesome prosthetics and go scare up some candy.  Or, for the real daredevil -

Here is a link to WAFB's video archive of my latest Parenting 101 interview, where I simultaneously share some practical wisdom about how to put the responsibility for homework back in your child's court and drive the

Thanks to Walt Mueller and CPYU for providing the link to this very helpful parental control application for your teen's iPhone. This just in (Sept 15): Safe Eyes Mobile is also available as an excellent protection software