Helping Parents Succeed
Most school children know that milk is white, but what colour would it be if cows ate grass? Surprising new research from Dairy Farmers of Britain reveals that almost one in ten eight to 15 year olds believe that if a cow ate grass, the milk it produced would no longer be white (8%), more than one in three of these believing that it would, in fact, be green (38%).
Full report: Farming UK
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Families are important, there's no doubt about that. But careers can be just as important. The big question is: "Can you do both and do them well?" It's a juggling act for sure, but sometimes, with commitment comes sacrifice. You may commit to one thing, but have to sacrifice in other areas. Where your loyalties lie is a matter for consideration.
Arguably, people in positions of awesome power should put their careers first. The U.S. President himself is a family man but you can bet that if a major incident were to occur just as he and the family were opening Christmas presents, he'd abandon his wife and daughters in a heartbeat to address the pressing issue at hand.
Scale this analogy down a good deal and consider the millions of hard-working business people who juggle family commitments with challenging careers. From the 20-something young man whose wife has just had a baby through to the crusty old grandpa who has lived and breathed his company while generations have sprung up around him, work/life balance is an age old dilemma: Spend time with the family and lose momentum at work. Spend too much time at work and risk losing the family who loves and needs you.
The essence of the solution is to realize that family is a life-long commitment, not one that comes and goes according to the jobs market, the economy or the whims of the powers-that-be. A common underestimation of dedicated career people is the need to spend time with family. All too often, driven types feel that they are under pressure to bow to family requirements when if they would only see that it would do their own wellbeing a world of good to actually want to spend time at home, the priorities may shift a little.
Studies have shown that a harmonious home life increases the life expectancy of a person and helps them to maintain a healthy constitution. Take a healthy mind and body to work and you’re bound to function with greater energy and better focus, not to mention the absence of guilt and stress that comes with not living up to your family responsibilities.
Even the most powerful man in the world, the President of the United States, makes time to take his family on vacation, or at the very least, to enjoy some down time, always maintaining an intimate relationship with his wife, daughters, siblings and parents. The Royal family of England too are very adept at snatching pockets of time to escape. It’s not just a question of having the financial means to do so. It’s about not becoming estranged from those who love and treasure you. Instead of seeing family time as something you have to do, culture a desire to be there, not just for them, but for you as well.
Seriously, I have never thought things like this could happen.
It’s sad to find out that a 7-year old child has been struggling to be accepted by a school. Simply because Wong Bi Jun is a special needs child.
Her mother seeking frantically (both private schools and international schools) for a school that will accept her but to no avail. Everyone, upon hearing that she has a delay in development, gives excuses not to enroll her.
Isn’t it ironic? A school is supposed to help children to better equip themselves with knowledge and skills. But in this case, not only did the schools reject the child’s application to be a student, they gave no encouragement but snide remarks.
For example, I quote this from the story:
“One principal from a private school even told me that she hated to deal with special needs students and that such students were actually handicapped and not special needs.”
How could a school principal make such a heartbreaking statement? Shame on her!
I pity the mother and now she doesn’t know where to turn to for help. I think something has gone wrong somewhere that needs to be corrected for such a thing to happen.
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Follow on note (July 20th): Some parents responded to the story by giving suggestions to deal with this particular issue. They speak from their own experiences. Bravo!
Sit back and hold tight as Miyoko Fujimori shares with you her secrets on sex, intimacy, and relationships in this exclusive interview… some can be a bit saucy (but Miyoko doesn’t think so).
This former Playboy TV talk show host and erotic dancer has recently published a book called The Housewife’s Guide to the Practical Striptease. In which, she shows women of all shapes and sizes how to turn up the heat in bedroom using the fine art of striptease.
Ready? Let’s get started…
1. For your latest book, The Housewife’s Guide to the Practical Striptease, how did you come up with the idea and what’s your objective of writing this book?I was doing a pajama party for my Home Party Company, Indulge Party. I had written an outline of basic striptease instruction, and later thought, why not make this a book!
Absolutely, in fact the shy ones are so sexy! There’s something incredible about seeing a woman who is humble and vulnerable.
The best move is eye contact. If you have locked eyes on your partner, they wont even notice anything else!
Relationships are generally long term and can be monotonous. Anything that sparks a flash of romance is a help! But really the magic happens within her mind! The woman who is performing the striptease can take step back from her daily routine and just be a sensual creature. She can wipe the mind clean of any resentments or irritations… like why can’t he just take out the trash, why do I need to ask…. etc! And her freedom and inspiration to be sensual is a major treat for him!
They can do a striptease in a matter of minutes! Not even a whole minute! They could get the “look” down, and he’ll know what she’s up to! But for a first time performance, I do recommend taking some time to plan and stage the event! So there would be an element of foreplay involved in the planning stages! Ahhh, finding time for sex as a parent. This is tough…. But as long as there is a desire to make time, it will happen! It can be a quick romp in the closet while the kids are watching cartoons, or some intimacy late in the night once they’ve gone to bed. Or perhaps a daytime romp if you have ones in school!
It seems that the underlying issue for most is lack of communication. Most couples do seem inspired, and interested in sex, but fear of what their partner will think can be a deterrent. I find that the happiest couples are ones who are not afraid to share what they desire in bed, and include their partner in what they desire. My advice to anyone is to be honest about who you are and you will find someone who can also be honest with you!
Daily routines, childbirth, child rearing…. need I say more? 🙂 It is a touch transition to be a single woman, and suddenly have not only the responsibility of a life, but also the loss of the selfish life. I don’t think men undergo the same journey into parenthood. While they may have a life change, they generally do not have to consider who will care for their children when they need to go to work, get a haircut, run errands… they just do them.
I came home from class one night, where my students had said to me, “your husband is so lucky, you must give him dances all the time!” And I thought, “gosh, I can’t remember the last time I danced for him.” So I put on some music, and gave him a great dance! Sweaty, no make-up, and in my sweats from class… it was a very authentic evening for us!
1. Never take your partner for granted! 2. Always look at and think of them as the most beautiful woman, or the sexiest man alive, and they will be just that! Just like the movie Shallow Hal! It is what you perceive of yourself and your partner that make them irresistible to you! 3. Date nights.. these are a must to keeping the romance alive, and the conversation about something other than your kids!
I am a big supporter of adult toys (obviously) and I do think that they can be an instant spark to any dull evening! But also taking the advice of the last answer is helpful. Think of yourself as a sex kitten, and imagine the hottest guy the world is having sex with you! Just close your eyes and voila! You’re in bed with Brad Pitt! Loving yourself and your partner is the only way you will keep those fires burning in this fast paced world!
It’s not that difficult. Women generally all want the same thing: To know they are loved, and desired. If you tell her that you like it when she _____, then she’ll do it more! And don’t forget to pay attention to the entire body! Women are not just a genital area! The mind, and skin are way more stimulated than the thousands of nerve endings in the clitoris, so breathe on her, make noise, caress and kiss her all over while you are focused on the prize!
Forgetting about the mental stimulation! As I said earlier, the brain is the place to make the best orgasms happen! Not giving her enough time to warm up! Everything feels better when it has swollen with desire. Thinking quantity and not quality. Not all women want a marathon, in fact most I know don’t have the time. Make love well, and to the point. Time does not matter— and frankly neither does size. It’s the excitement that really matters.
Pretending to orgasm. Pretending to orgasm. Pretending to orgasm. Get what you want and need ladies, he will be much more satisfied knowing that you had yours!
Sit back and listen to her body. She will let you know what feels good and when she is near. If you try to make it happen for her, she may just move things along to make you feel good about it. Instead, tease and tickle her and get the blood flowing, then wait for her signals that she wants more, or faster, or harder.
I encourage you to get a copy of Miyoko’s book The Housewife’s Guide to the Practical Striptease. It’s an easy read and only 60 pages. Excellent for busy parents. Despite the tiny size of the book, the impact on your relationship is huge. Check it out.
For more information, visit Miyoko’s website at PracticalStriptease.com
See also:
Is Your Sex Drive Lacking? Here’s How to Get it Back
Let’s Do It! Surprise Your Husband in Bed
Love Making Tips For Husbands: Your Spouse Will Be Pleased
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Scientists have identified a gene that causes diabetes in children, which will increase the chances of preventing the condition.
Doctors hope they will soon be able to test infants for the gene, codenamed KIAA0350, and treat them for Type 1 diabetes, known as "insulin dependent diabetes", before it takes hold.
By the time of diagnosis, most of the insulin producing beta cells in the pancreas have been destroyed, which makes genetic prediction vital.
Source: telegraph.co.uk