Category: Social Good

Contributing Author: Deborah Salazar Shapiro, MSW, Author of The Magical Mindful Day “The earth laughs in flowers,” said the American poet Ralph Waldo Emerson. I believe the earth not only laughs in flowers but also in trees, animals, fruits, and vegetables! Her generosity toward all of us is beyond compare. But can you remember the… Continue reading Five Ways to Celebrate Earth Day With Your Children

It is much easier than you think to make a difference… As the world gets ready to celebrate life and light… to give and receive from family and friends, I want to be sure you know about this amazing Give Back opportunity with Goodwill. Many major online retailers are sending purchases in Give Back Boxes,… Continue reading Participate in the Goodwill Give Back Box Project

You always want to set your child up for success— and making sure your child attends school as much as possible is one way to do this. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE There are many reasons why students miss school when they don’t have to—struggling in the classroom, having trouble with bullies, or dealing with challenges at home.… Continue reading The Importance of School Attendance

Car Seat Safety Did you know that every 33 seconds a child under 13 is involved in a car crash in the United States? That probably isn’t the first thing you think about when you are hauling your kids to school, the grocery store, or anywhere else around town. And really, you shouldn’t have to… Continue reading Car Seat Safety

As a wife to the father of my children, I’m happy to be participating in this Public Service Announcement! Did you know… The more involved a dad is, the more successful his children are.   A father’s influence can determine a child’s social life, academic achievement, and future achievements.   Eighty-six percent of dads spend… Continue reading What Kung Fu Panda 3 Has To Do with Taking Time to Be a Dad (PSA)