Dear Mrs. Slightly Sophisticated, … I love watching my son play football, but some parents around me yell at the referees like they are auditioning for a reality show. How can I tell them to chill out without becoming the next viral video? … Sincerely, Ref-Rescue Ranger … Dear Ref-Rescue Ranger, … The shortest path to stopping that in its tracks is by simply bringing a black-and-white striped shirt for them to wear since they apparently know everything. But this will also lead to you not having friends. … That being said, children learn by example from you and your real friends.
Pleasant Grove's New Facility Focus on Relationships, Growth, Discipline, and Belief … Pleasant Grove has had a lot to be proud of under the direction of head coach Josh Gibson, and many would say that the new athletic facility may just be the biggest achievement yet. It’s state-of-the-art in every way, but to Coach Gibson, the most important part is how the facility can serve the kids. “Probably one of the most important pieces is right when we walk in the door. In the foundation, there is a Bible that was placed here when they were pouring the slab.
Teen Slang … Feeling lost or confused trying to understand your teens? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. With unfamiliar words constantly emerging from music, the internet, apps, and celebrities, as well as regional slang, keeping up with the latest teen slang is nearly impossible. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and lost when listening to your children or grandchildren speak, and it can get even more confusing when you read their social media posts and hashtags.
It’s that time of year again, to set the alarm clock and get back into routines. Personally, I enjoy the structure of the school year because it keeps me on track. Don’t get me wrong, I welcome summer break by the time May rolls around, but in August, when the heat is making me feel like a roasted marshmallow, I’m ready for some structure. … Our summer was a mix of memorable moments, some medical bills, and plenty of time golfing and on the lake.
