The overwhelming generosity of the people of Sterling helped provide joy to children in need through Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts this season. Across the U.S., the Samaritan’s ...

As we move on from the harried holiday season, there’s one more family tradition to instill with the kids – the art of writing thank you notes. I’m occasionally asked by parents who confess ...

and did in moments when the child moved beyond a polite ‘thank-you’ to deeper appreciation.” When an opportunity is missed, talk about that, too. That can help parents understand any ...