Inside: In our effort to connect with our teenagers, sometimes we label what we “think” they are going through, instead of helping them figure out their emotions themselves. Here’s how we can make the switch. “What’s wrong with you?” “You seem angry, did something happen?” “Why so angry?” I’ve been noticing that sometimes we don’t … Read more
By Kamyra Harding Juneteenth (June 19th) commemorates the day the chattel slavery finally ended in the United States. Considered the oldest African American holiday, the celebration dates back to 1865. In 2021, the federal government finally declared it an official federal holiday, giving us all a great opportunity to learn more about African American history … Read more
Looking for a beach without the hours-long trek to the coast? South Cove County Park in Oconee County might be just the place. You can swim on the sandy beach, boat, enjoy the playground, basketball, and more. Spend a day or plan a camping trip on the shore of Lake Keowee at South Cove County … Read more
If playing in the lake during the hottest months is your idea of summer family fun, then look no further. This list will give you the low-down on tons of recreational lakes only a short drive away. Whether you want to take the kiddos for a swim, teach them how to fish, pull them along … Read more
By Gerard Jebaily Summer is fast approaching and that will often mean “ROAD TRIPS!” to your teen. But that can also mean hitting bad weather, which is much more than just an inconvenience. I’ve been a storm chaser for nearly 25 years and have driven through some of the worst weather in the country. The … Read more
By Karen Lissner Lately, I feel a need to impart life lessons to my two tweens. The problem is, they’re not very interested in listening to stories about my youth. They label my stories “extra” and “cringe.” Their mocking won’t deter me, though. I’m contemplating how to lean into it. Instead of stifling nostalgia for … Read more
By Kim O’Connell “When are we doing the lemonade stand?” my 13-year-old son asked me one day last August. I smiled at the question. For the past eight years, I have reserved one week every summer—usually, the last one before school starts up again—for a series of activities I’ve organized for my kids, along with … Read more
By Holly Rizzuto Palker “I’m sorry. I don’t know why this is happening,” I sobbed in front of the bat mitzvah tutor as we prepared for my daughter’s ritual transition into Jewish adulthood. My teenager’s eyes widened. “Mom, stop.” But I couldn’t stop crying. As an Italian Catholic, I felt left out. I envisioned another … Read more
Inside: What is Discord and what parents should understand about the popular teen platform What Exactly is Discord? To put it simply, Discord is not easily stuck inside a singular box. Probably the best way to describe Discord would be a multi-purpose communication app. While it certainly has similar elements to other already existing services, … Read more
Let’s face it: Being a teenager is hard. The stresses of attending high school, learning to drive, applying for college, and just trying to fit in can be daunting. For some teens, that stress gets to be too much, and they may seek the help of drugs to cope. We know what you may be … Read more
