Quarantine has its moments for most of us. But what happens when home is not a nice place? As frustrations, stress and financial strain grow, coping breaks down – a little push, then a shove, and a punch on the arm. When some families spend lots of time together, conditions are ripe for violence to…

Are you are bored and clicking through old TV shows (think, TVLand)? Have you noticed something similar in most of those shows? Families sit at the dinner table, share a meal, laugh and talk to one another. It’s what used to happen in many American households. Unfortunately, due to our busyness, commuting and other factors,…

I’ve been on media all week talking about fear, anxiety and worry related to COVID-19. But what about families! Even in the best families, quarantine can make us all a little more stressed. Therefore, it is important to work on creating a positive home atmosphere. Here are 10 ways to do just that: Every day,…

My husband and I are huge college basketball fans. Like many of  you, we are saddened that there is no March Madness this year. But we certainly understand why this year is different. Typically, when March Madness comes, we fill out our brackets and cheer for our teams. For some, that cheering gets out of…

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