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Should we let our kids quit an activity/sport/instrument? Or should we have them stick it out in order to learn perseverance and commitment? Since this is a question I am often asked in my work with families, I thought it was time I gave my opinion.
Read moreThis interview with the mother of a child who has Cerebral Palsy is one in a series that profiles children who have conditions, diagnoses or temperaments that require specialized support from parents, teachers, coaches, therapists, friends, family members and other influential people in their lives. The goal of these profiles is to elicit greater empathy from the community for these “high-needs” children and their families.
Read moreIt’s that time of the year when we give thanks and reflect on the year that was. And for so many in Loudoun County—one of the nation’s wealthiest, there’s much to be thankful for. We will cook our turkeys and stuffing and welcome family and friends to our homes. In this same community, we have kids not dining with families or friends. Instead, they will be feeling thankful for a free meal only to then sleep on the streets, in their cars, in stairwells, on rooftops, hotels or in tents.
Read moreEditor: Amazon is playing Northern Virginia politicians and our current and past governors for fools. After privately and secretly slathering billionaire
Read moreEditor: As a long-time Loudoun resident, I am very disappointed with the lack of leadership and partisan politics on display by
Read moreEditor: If I could, I’d introduce you to Mrs. Lopez. She’s a widow and in her late 70s. She has some health issues
Read moreToday – the 11th day of the 11th month — we honor all Veterans. Though my particular group, the Coalition to Salute
Read moreAdded to the Constitution in 1967, partly in response to John Kennedy’s assassination, the 25th Amendment has been much in the news lately, with stories about its possible use and misuse. The Amendment creates a dramatic process to transfer power to the Vice President (VP)—even against the wishes of the President—if the President is unable to fulfill his duties. This article aims to give a short overview of the history and workings of this important Amendment while staying neutral on politics.
Read moreEditor: Pool your resources. Scale your impact. Change your community. Congratulations to 100WomenStrong on 10 years of improving the quality of
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