This is a fun book by Carol Tuttle, by far and away the best "personality" type book, more because it tends to deal with a more whole picture of seemingly contrasting personalities, not only describing strengths, weaknesses, and tendencies, but also how all of them are needed and valuable, not just tolerated or anything to be ashamed of. (I know that last sentence was ridiculous, but I am too tired to go back and change it :). Sorry, Quinn!)
Rather than try and tell us how we are so different, the author seems to seek us all help see the uniqueness in each other and appreciate it.
Of course, there is the money-making aspect of the whole book that makes it feel like a testimonial about Amway, but I liked the rest of it :).
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Parenting your Ephraim's Child
Parenting your Ephraim's Child:
Although it is LDS based, it is a fabulous book about dealing with a child who is "more" of anything: sensitive, intense, demanding, assertive...pretty much any characteristic in an intense way. The author lists about nine different areas with positive labels for those feisty behaviors and tendencies...and I could relate to quite a few of them in myself, not to mention my children (my parents will not be surprised).
The basic premise according to Mary is that we can take these things that drive us crazy, substitute positive labels to them, and eliminate so much of the tension we feel on a daily basis...or maybe it is just me :).
Although it is LDS based, it is a fabulous book about dealing with a child who is "more" of anything: sensitive, intense, demanding, assertive...pretty much any characteristic in an intense way. The author lists about nine different areas with positive labels for those feisty behaviors and tendencies...and I could relate to quite a few of them in myself, not to mention my children (my parents will not be surprised).
The basic premise according to Mary is that we can take these things that drive us crazy, substitute positive labels to them, and eliminate so much of the tension we feel on a daily basis...or maybe it is just me :).
Friday, January 15, 2010
Role of Religion
Do we allow our religion to shape us into God's perception of "what needs to happen" or do we shape our religion to fit into what we think needs to happen? I would love your thoughts...
Friday, January 1, 2010
Response of Political "guy" :)
Hello everyone!
Good news! I received a very contrite and apologetic response from the city planning commissioner to which I wrote that letter...only days later! It sounded very sincere, and he even mentioned taking a look at the books I recommended. I sent him an email (which he had provided in his letter) expressing my thanks at his time and consideration. Quinn had gone to the next meeting and noted a significant change in his demeanor. He even asked for people's comments at the beginning of the meeting. We can make a difference!
Woohoo!
Now I just need to do that more often... :)
Good news! I received a very contrite and apologetic response from the city planning commissioner to which I wrote that letter...only days later! It sounded very sincere, and he even mentioned taking a look at the books I recommended. I sent him an email (which he had provided in his letter) expressing my thanks at his time and consideration. Quinn had gone to the next meeting and noted a significant change in his demeanor. He even asked for people's comments at the beginning of the meeting. We can make a difference!
Woohoo!
Now I just need to do that more often... :)
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