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How did you find the energy, MomTo do all the things you did,To be teacher, nurse and counselorTo me, when I was a kid.
How did you do it all, Mom,Be a chauffeur, cook and friend,Yet find time to be a playmateI just can’t comprehend.
I see now it was love, MomThat made you come whenever I'd call,Your inexhaustible love, MomAnd I thank you for it all.
By Joanna Fuchs
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What to do if You Suspect You Teen is Taking Drugs
All parents want to keep their kids safe, but with all the dangers in today’s world that’s getting harder to do. A big concern for many parents is drugs. While it’s best to stop your child from doing drugs before they start, there are things you can do if you suspect a problem.
If you suspect your teen is doing drugs, talk to them. And I mean, just talk; no yelling, screaming, or accusations. Prepare what you’re going to say ahead of time so you don’t say something you didn’t intend to. Tell them you suspect they’re taking drugs and cite your reasoning. Give specific, documented examples of behavioral changes. Explain that you’re just trying to help them, but if they don’t tell you what’s going on with them, you’re going to have to take further steps. But be careful, what you perceive as drug use could just be caused by problems at school, problems with friends, or even depression.
If your teen doesn’t want to tell you what’s going on, you need to stick to your word and take further steps to find out if they’re using drugs. Check your teen’s room and car. If you have a good relationship with their friends, ask them what’s going on. Make your child justify where their money is going. Also, make sure you know where your child is at all times (including checking school attendance records).
Once you have confirmation of your teens drug use, seek outside help. There are literally hundreds of people and organizations ready and willing to help you and your teen. If you don’t know where to start, talk to your child’s doctor, counselor, or minister. They may be willing to speak to your teen directly and recommend organizations and treatment programs to you. You must remember that you are not alone!
If you can’t find any evidence that your child is doing drugs, take them to a pastor or counselor. Let them talk in individual sessions. Your child may not be opening up to you, but at least they will be getting help somewhere.
Drugs can be a terrifying prospect for any parent. Just remember to stay calm and get help. It may be a long road to recovery, but if you stand by your child and source the problem early on you will have a better chance of helping them.
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You were my fairy tale princess, So much larger than life. You were my angel and my witness Through all my pain and strife.
At times you made me angry, Great words I would proclaim How someday you'd be sorry. You were the one to blame.
But when I needed comforting You always found the time. Your words were more soothing Than days of childhood sublime.
Now the distance holds us apart, The boundaries have no end. I'll hold the memories in my heart.You're my mother, my best friend
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Your feet stick to the kitchen floor..... and you don't care.
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When the kids are fighting, you threaten to lock them in a room together and not let them out until someone's bleeding.
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Dear Moms,
While your parents may have handled situations one way, you have the opportunity to create new methods for dealing with specific issues. Don’t be afraid to try. There isn’t any advice in any book that can override your own instinctual feelings. Rely on them; trust them, and you’ll be just fine. Parenting is a learning process you need to experience on a daily basis. Your strength will guide you into becoming a wonderful parent. Listen to your inner voice; it’s all you need. |
