Comments for She's Finding Happy

Comment on Transitioning With Your Teen by rmnvr

rmnvr — Fri, 11 May 2012 17:10:45 +0000

Great concept of stages of life for individual happiness..every one needs..

Comment on Transitioning With Your Teen by Kristin Taylor Bryan

Kristin Taylor Bryan — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:34:34 +0000

Your comments were such a nice surprise. Thank you!

Comment on Transitioning With Your Teen by diaryofachefswife

diaryofachefswife — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:50:12 +0000

This was such an insightful post to read! It brought me back to the years when I was transitioning into being a teen and feeling my relationship change with my mom. Now that I am married and nearing my 30′s, my mom and I are best friends and have been for a while. Your reflections are beautifully written.

Comment on Transitioning With Your Teen by Kristin Taylor Bryan

Kristin Taylor Bryan — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:04:37 +0000

Thank you for your nice comments! Your son is at such a special age, all I can say is keep those memories as snapshots in your head because it goes by so fast. It’s wonderful to experience each new stage with them. You sound like an engaged dad with a passion for parenting! Thanks for reading my blog and contributing your thoughts.

Comment on Transitioning With Your Teen by sedriknewbern

sedriknewbern — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 17:29:50 +0000

This is truly beautiful! I find myself torn because I enjoy the precious moments of discovery with my 3 soon-to-be 4 year old son and longing for the days that can debate over the best sports teams. It happens so fast and many parents don’t take time to enjoy the moments and “transition” with their child. Great advice!

Comment on Transitioning With Your Teen by Gabriela

Gabriela — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 18:18:56 +0000

Kristin, your have an amazing talent. I love how you phrase things and how you bring them into perspective .
We all go trough the same process, seeing our little girls becoming young women. I am so grateful to call
you a friend and that I can witness your success !

Your German friend, Gabriela

Comment on Raising Children Who Appreciate by Kristin

Kristin — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:23:29 +0000

Julie, I whole-heartedly agree that parents set the primary example for appreciation, graciousness and respect. And you are correct; part of that example is how we, in turn, treat our children. There is, however, a balance that is required. We should always offer respect to our children as individuals but never lose sight of the fact that we are the parent and we must sometimes make the tough decisions which may or may not make us very popular in our household. It is possible to set guidelines, saying “no” when “no” is needed and correcting a bad habit or perhaps poor judgment while at the same time reinforcing our child’s attributes. Our children may not always be happy about it but if done the right way, they will thank us for it down the road.
Thank you for your contribution to this article.
Kristin

Comment on Raising Children Who Appreciate by Julie Vogel

Julie Vogel — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 07:04:38 +0000

There are two sides to this article. What we expect from them should be the same as how they are treated by us. I see too many parents teach the right things but miss the follow through by not treating the child as they expect the child to treat others including their parents.

Comment on To My Four Valentines by Karista

Karista — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 17:12:32 +0000

Beautiful!

Comment on My Little Princess by Kristin

Kristin — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 16:36:55 +0000

Thanks so much! Yes, I do allow a guest post.