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Dear Mom’s Keeper: You sound like a caring daughter with understandable concerns. If it’s any comfort, parents resisting help is a common problem faced by adult children. For some, the concern is about cognitive problems, which thankfully isn’t an issue here, but each requires a somewhat different approach. You, along with most adult children, want to see your mother stay safe. Unfortunately, this logical and understandable viewpoint is running head on... Read more

You Need Not Worry About Your Child’s Health With These 5 Healthy Tips!

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Caring for an infant is not an easy task for any mom, especially first-time moms. You can be overwhelmed by the overly dependent newborn cries and needs. As much as it will be challenging to remain calm, you need to... Read more

Shopping with Kids - Using a Visual Shopping List + More

Are you looking for ways to involve your child in grocery and food shopping? One of the things we've tried recently is using a visual shopping list. We get most of our groceries delivered but during the week we need... Read more

State Wrestling Brackets

Girls will wrestle in Salina on Friday, February 26 Boys will wrestle in Hays on Saturday, February 27 Read more

Sub-State Wrestling

The Braves had a great weekend at Sub-State wrestling. The sub-state tournaments are a part of the traditional state tournament. Typically wrestlers move on to the state tournament after placing in the top four at regionals. Due to Covid, KSHSAA... Read more

Sacred Heart Games

Kellen Marshall Hadyn Bieling Kellen Marshall Ben Bolen Koen Hula Hadyn Bieling Hunter Brintle Ahmed Mansarey Gavin Mills Kellen Marshall Hunter Brintle Photos by Carissa Dalquest and Myles Gant; Editing by Kylee Zuege and Brenden Adams Read more

Sacred Heart Games

Paisli Butler Mija Carlson Dulce Salas Liz Armstrong Liz Armstrong Daleyna King Joslin Cannon Paisli Butler Paisli Butler Kierni Mullen Jordyn Picolet Jayden Coover Alison Bachura Joslin Cannon Coach Carter Photos by Carissa Dalquest and Myles Gant; Editing by Kylee... Read more

Review - 50 Risks To Take With Your Kids by Daisy Turnbull

Montessori parents understand the importance of risk-taking in the development of the child. However, often we need help in navigating risk in the home as the child ages. What kinds of risk should we be exposing the child to, and... Read more

Everything Atlanta Has To Offer

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Today, Atlanta is one of the most remarkable regions. It started as a terminus for a railroad when Georgia decided to build a railroad to the US Midwest. It was first named after Governor Wilson Lumpkin's daughter Martha and was... Read more

Tips on How to Handle Controlling Older Parents

As people age, they tend to feel a loss of control over many things, namely their independence. Our bodies weaken and affect our physical abilities. Chronic pain may be a new reality. Some lose the ability to walk without the assistance of another person or a... Read more

Here & there

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It's been a long time since I've written a post like this! If you follow me on Instagram, you've had a glimpse into our lives lately. I've been sharing our day-to-day challenges and joys, plus the knitting and sewing projects... Read more

What to Do When Siblings Can’t Agree on a Parent’s Care Needs

Their yard is in desperate need of attention, so you start taking time away from your family to pitch in each week. Then it’s grocery shopping and rides to doctor’s appointments and then, well, you’re on your way to taking on a second job... Read more

Scholars' Bowl 4th at State

Scholars' Bowl competed well against seven of the best 3A teams in KS at State Competition at Wichita Collegiate on Saturday. The team ended pool play with a 4-3 record and went on to finals, ultimately finishing in 4th place.... Read more

The Simple Way To Improve Your Bathroom Design

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What is so important to know about home bathroom remodeling? The truth is, quite a bit. Many are unaware that there is a possibility to renovate the old bathtub and make it new within a few hours of work. Most... Read more

The Challenges Of Taking Your Online Business Worldwide

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If, like many people throughout the pandemic and multiple lockdowns, you have started an online business, then you already know it’s full of challenges that you’re not likely to find in other jobs. You might have been doing work with... Read more

Choosing the Right Dog Breed For Your Family: Essential Considerations

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You're thinking about getting a puppy or maybe rescuing a pedigree dog. It would be a nice addition to your family, giving your kids a loyal companion to grow up with. But if you're going to choose a specific breed,... Read more

Scribbling & Writing During Role Play - Make Writing Meaningful

Does your child love role play or pretend play? My three-year-old went through an intense phase where he would play supermarkets all day (thanks to the cash register he received for Xmas), then later he played Doctors and now he... Read more

Communicate with an Older Adult with Dementia Who Can No Longer Speak

This angry, difficult woman became easier for the staff to handle. She was friendly, cooperative and generally happy—much like she had been before the dementia-related behaviors and mood swings set in. She was still unable to communicate effectively with her husband... Read more

Realistic CVC First Word Puzzles