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Tuesday, February 12, 2008
 My son dreams of becoming a pilot when he grows up. During his preschool years, he turned our family room into an airplane by placing two child-sized chairs in the "cockpit" area, with passenger seating for me and our dog on the couch. He was the pilot, and a stuffed animal served as his co-pilot.
He began his adventures in flight by asking, "Mom, where do you want to fly to today?" I normally selected a tropical destination. After checking our seatbelts, he prepared for take-off by making loud rumbling engine noises and crackling radio transmissions. As the plane took off, he'd rock back in forth in his chair and laugh with enjoyment. And I took a much-needed break on the couch.
Enjoying fun-filled adventures inside the house can help break the monotony for everyone during cabin fever months. In "The Melbourne Flight," Emma Strong, an imaginative mom from Australia, describes the surprising trip she took with her preschooler on a pretend afternoon flight.
Creating an inviting and loving atmosphere for your kids is another important aspect of parenting. In "Communicating with A.W.E., Affection, Warmth and Encouragement," Dr. Jim Burns shares three principles you can use to develop a positive environment in your home. And he lists the top five things to help bring affection, warmth, and encouragement into your world today in "The A.W.E. To-Do List for Confident Parents."
Also in this issue,
Blessings,
Editor, MomSense magazine
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 Communicating with A.W.E., Affection, Warmth & Encouragement
Creating an atmosphere of acceptance and love for your kids is an important aspect of parenting.
by Jim Burns, Ph.D.
My mom probably never read a parenting book in her life. She was married to an alcoholic, and her father died of cirrhosis of the liver. Life was not easy for her, but somehow she discovered how to create a home environment filled with affection, warmth and encouragement (A.W.E.).
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The Melbourne Flight
An imaginative mom takes her preschooler on a pretend afternoon airplane flight filled with delight.
by Emma Strong
Home Alone Ideas for Fun
During "daddyless" days, this MOPS mom shares how to focus on the fun instead of the "poor me" attitude.
by Susan Besze Wallace
Stuck Places
How to cope when you're feeling stuck.
by Carol Kuykendall
 Creating an Intimate Marriage
Sharing personal stories of both successes and failures, Jim Burns's candid, vulnerable style will encourage you to work toward rekindling the fires of your romance, no matter how chilly the coals may have grown. Important discussions include communication, sexuality, friendship, forgiveness, worship, attitudes, and priorities. |
 Confident Parenting
Jim Burns weaves together the fictional story of Mark and Becky, two normal parents trying their best to raise normal kids, with some practical parenting tips and strategies. |
 Date Night in a Minivan
Crammed front seat to back with humor, stories, and road-tested tips, Lorilee Craker's guide zeroes in on the hot-button issues that crop up in a marriage when kids climb on board. Learn what to do about time together, discipline styles, chores, in-laws, money, and more. |
 Dwelling: Living Fully from the Space You Call Home
Mary Beth Lagerborg shares practical tips on everything from acceptance, community, and family dynamics, to dining and decorating, as she challenges you to look beyond the superficial to create a haven of belonging for your family, your friends—and yourself! |
 If Only He Knew
This was the first book Gary Smalley wrote on challenging men to understand the needs of women. He gives ten simple steps to strengthen any relationship with a woman and to understand their emotions. |
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