TheBallisticBong

Interesting viewpoints come out during a child's homework assignment on friendship!

While my child heads back for his in-person classes, I take stock of how life is for him, me and all of us.

After 9 months of pandemic-living, we get ready to look ahead and look back and just kick back and relax. On the cusp of the year end, what are you thankful for and how has your year shaped up?

Over time somethings become clearer...we all need people around us. Not just a select few to hang out with and raise a toast to. But for those little everyday things like waving hello or saying good night to.

Here's what I think and feel about my community.

We're back with round two of our discussion with Neha Dave, a family therapist based in Melbourne. Neha sheds some much-needed light on when to intervene, when to step back while parenting, picking your battles wisely and being mindful as a family!

You may be the " I-told-you-so" kind of parent and maybe you're right most of the times, but giving into your child's whims can be a good learning mechanism for both sides.

We got a pet we didn't want for a kid who wanted it badly...till it came home!