by Elizabeth Pantley, author of Kid Cooperation and Perfect Parenting Question: My son begged us incessantly for a dog. He promised he’d take care of it. Well, we finally got him the dog, but getting him to take care of his pet has become a daily battle. How do I get him to take responsibility [...]
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Contemporary Books, released October 2000 She opened with a question. “Mom! What are we having for dinner?” “Well, hello to you, too, honey,” Judy said with a chuckle, leaning over to press a kiss on Jennifer’s cheek. “We’re having fish.” “What kind?” asked Jennifer, chin raised in suspicion. “Cod,” warily answered Judy. [...]
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Contemporary Books, 2001 “Dad! I’m home!” Melody announced her arrival from school in the typical way. “Where are you?’ “In my office, Mel,” Kevin answered. She ambled in, knowing she’d get a hug, a smile, and an inquiry about her day. After they exchanged greetings and Melody told him about her day [...]
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Kid Cooperation and Perfect Parenting Question: My child’s bedroom looks like it’s been put through a blender! I can’t see the carpet, and to walk through the room I have to dodge clothes, toys, and last week’s snack wrappers. My child doesn’t care, but I do. When I yell and [...]
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