THE PAUSE: Finding Peaceful Resolve in Chaos

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Each day as I awake, the first question that comes to mind is, how much longer can I sustain this pause? This physical separation from my three boys, their wives, and my grandchildren needs to end! My mind races with all the unfortunate coronavirus statistics reported on the news causing this pause. It could be a year or so before I can feel comfortable and safe to commune with loved ones and friends. Read More

A Teacher’s Promise: From this Season, You will Grow

A Teacher's Promise From this Season You will Grow

I know that you have been working hard to prepare for exams that you will no longer take. I know that you’ve committed yourself to months of rehearsals for a show that will no longer be seen, and that you’ve practiced for hours on a team that can no longer play the game. I am sorry for your feelings of loss and urge you not to give up on those goals, but instead, to view this season as an opportunity to continue to grow. You’ve been isolated from your friends, your teachers, your school. The comfort of your home has been tainted by the weight of heavy air, tense energy, short responses, and stern expressions. I am sorry that you are scared—for so many reasons. But, I want you to know—from this season, you will grow. Read More

COVID-19: Free Resources to Help Parents & Teachers

COVID19 Free Resources to Help Parents & Teachers

During these unprecedented times, we know it may be hard to stay home and work with the littles ones home from school. To keep safe, sharp and sane we have consolidated a list of free resources provided by our amazing Honorees. Read More

CEO’s Reaction to Mother Crying at Her Desk Is Refreshingly Kind

“Silently she was sobbing at her desk, early at about 7:45 a.m. I asked her if everything was OK. She told me that her child was sick and that she had been up all night. Bags under her eyes,” he said. “I asked her ‘So, what are you doing here at the office?’ She said that she had run out of ‘sick days’ and could not afford to miss another day.” Read More

Interview with Jennifer Renieris, Author of Hawk Eyes

Hi Mom’s Choice readers! Today we’re excited to share with you an interview with Jennifer Renieris, one of our Mom’s Choice Award-Winning authors. Jennifer wrote Hawk Eyes, a children’s book that focuses on teaching children that they can change their perspective on hard things and find strength in the midst of them. Keep reading to learn more about Jennifer and her mission as an author! Read More

Teacher’s Illustration About Carrying Baggage Is What We All Need to Hear

From there, she asked each student to write down things that were bothering or hurting them, crumple up the paper, and toss is across the room. The students then, one by one, walked over, picked up a crumpled sheet of paper, and read it out loud to everyone before finally placing it in a plastic bag hanging by the door. Read More

Breaking off a Relationship with a Narcissist

Breaking off a Relationship with a Narcissist

If narcissists are toxic, then why is it so hard to leave them? There may be several reasons for this. Perhaps you’re afraid of being alone, are unsure how your spouse will react to the breakup, are hoping for them to change, or are being controlled in some way by your toxic partner. There is never a good reason to stay in a damaging relationship. That’s why we’re looking at 6 tips for breaking out of a narcissist relationship for good. Read More