Below
are recent feedback and comments from emails and our former guestbook.
John Rosemond thanks everyone for their thoughts and support. He is
truly touched by all of the comments. Thanks for reading!
Date of Email: 1-21-08
Name: Diana
Comment:
Thank
you so much for your column regarding cruel behavior in children. I'd
never heard anyone spell out the psychology of these actions in this
way before. It was very helpful for me to read this. Sadly, many people
are either too busy, uneducated about, or just choose to look the other
way when such behavioral issues occur. THANK YOU for bringing light to
the seriousness of this issue.
Please keep talking about this
issue, not only for those committing the act but especially for the
ones who've been targeted as the victims.
Date of Email: 10-18-07Name: Michelle
Comment:
I
attended your seminar last night in Ellington, CT. It is the third time
I have heard you speak in CT. Fortunately, your topic each time been
age (season) appropriate for my children.
My husband, who has
attended 2 of your seminars, and I parent our teenage daughters
together and we lead them with confidence. We are the center of our
family and that often causes our children and some of our friends
distress. It simply is not the norm in our particular community.
Your
seminars, books, and weekly columns continue to confirm for us that we
are on track in raising children that are not full of self-esteem, but
that will eventually become humble, hardworking and contributing
members of our society.
What I appreciate most of all is your sense of humor. You remind me to take a step back and laugh! :-)
Date of Email: 9-28-07Name: Sarah
Comment:
I
am a 30 year old mother of 3. I had my first child right after college
(which I left with a degree in psychology) and I thought I knew
everything I needed to know about raising a child. But, when
she
turned 3 years old and I was pregnant with baby number 2 I knew
something was terribly wrong. There was no question I loved my child
but often the frustration was so unbearable I couldn't be around her. I
was afraid of myself around her. She was miserable most of the time and
so was I. Enter John Rosemond. I devoured "A Family of Value" and
quickly read everything else you have written to date. Now, my family
is a source of peace in my life. My children are happy too. They are
calm and secure knowing their place in the family; knowing what to
expect and what's expected of them. I often think about what kind of
adults my children would have become had I not found your book and
continued down the path I was on. Thank you for saving the future of my
children!
Date of Email: 8-23-07Name: Kim
Comment:
Thank
you SO much for the article on uniforms in schools. I've been saying
that for years. I can't believe how weak so many parents are. I think
dressing respectfully and appropriately for learning is the very
foundation for acquiring a good education.
We visited Australia
a few years ago and came upon some schoolgirls in their uniforms and
matching hats. I had to take their picture. They were adorable,
respectful and totally into their assignment which was to take notes on
animals at the zoo where we found them, clipboards in
hand.
I am so scared for the future of America. Keep talking.
Date of Email: 8-6-07Name: Jim & Betty
Comment:
My
wife & I, both in our 70s, couldn`t agree more with your article on
Parents Magazine. We both shake our heads when we read your articles
and say, "It is a pleasure to read these articles",
because they are
so "Right On" when it comes to modern child-rearing. Give us the good
old days when there was respect for elders, people in authority &
others' property.
Date of Email: 8-6-07Name: Teresa
Comment:
A
friend brought in your article regarding Parent Magazine's issue on
"labeling" children. I was so pleased to laugh along with your thoughts
and comments, as I found the original article outrageous when I read it
directly in the magazine. As a matter of fact, I seem to recall I did
not finish the article as I felt it totally ridiculous. I would have
loved to have discussed a prior month's article regarding breast
feeding - totally absurd! It is so nice in this day and age to feel I
have an ally in parenting! Keep 'em coming.
Date of Email: 5-10-07Name: Lawrence
Comment:
I
am a retired Clinical Psychologist..who has worked with teens for over
40 years. Your evaluation of our troubled teens is right on. I have
found that many teens will respond with respect when they encounter an
adult who demands it. Enjoy your column. Thanks.
Date of Email: 5-3-07
Name: Hugh
Comment:
I
appreciate your no nonsense approach to disciplining children. I always
recommend your book "Parent Power" to parents of children turning 12
months. If I can get them reading by then, then they can start applying
the ideals by the appropriate time. I agree with your opinion of the
AAP even though I am a member. Thank you for your common sense approach.
Date of Email: 4-25-07Name: Cullen
Comment:
Love,
love, love your column. I am a 23 year-old father of none, but a lot of
the parenting I witness is not just "bad", it's completely ineffective.
It's painful to see a child develop into a rotten, self-centered human
being when it doesn't have to be that way. I recommend your column to
my friends that have young children, and I am writing a letter to the
editor of my local paper telling them how much we need wisdom like
yours (lest all the wisdom on earth die with the older generations).
Date of Email: 4-24-07
Name: Kristi
Comment:
As an educator,
I want to express my extreme appreciation to Mr. Rosemond for his
Parenting column entitled, "Guide helps teachers deal with parents". I
have been in this profession for twenty years, teaching both in the
U.S. and abroad, and things seem similar in many ways. I have had
wonderful, wonderful children in class regardless of economic
background, race, home situations, etc., some awesome parents, some
effective administrators, and extraordinary colleagues.
Unfortunately,
there are parents who I feel are doing their children a great
disservice by acting the way they do. If I leave this profession early,
it will be because of overloaded frustration with some parents, and
never because of the children and 'how they are coming to school'.
Back
to the intent of my e-mail, I agree passionately with every word of Mr.
Rosemond's column and if that helps one parent or one teacher ( I know
it helped me because it confirmed what I often feel when
confrontational parents walk through the doors.), we can hope it has a
ripple effect.
Date of Email: 4-21-07
Name: Sue
Comment:
John Rosemond's column appears weekly in our Wellbeing magazine inserted into our
Saturday
newspaper. This paper is the Bradenton Herald, Bradenton, Florida. I am
a 62 year old woman with a daughter nearly 40. I have no grandchildren.
Yet, I look forward to John's column every week. He speaks with such
clarity and common sense that I personally find refreshing. Every time
I read each column I find myself thinking, "Right on!" and "absolutely"
and "You tell them, John!"
So many parents these days are
so busy trying to be their child's "best friend" that they forget they
are supposed to be "PARENTING".
Thank you John for
breathing a breath of wisdom, humor, and common sense into a world that
sorely needs to hear it. I am with you all the way. Keep up the great
column. Looking forward to the next one.
P.S.
I have a good friend with 5 children starting at age 12 and working
down from there. She reads your column too and thinks you are the
greatest. They are leading by example, using good common sense and
being what you and I would call "good parents".
Date of Email: 3-21-07
John's
advise, along with our own parents, has made raising our 5 year old
daughter a pure joy! We were a bit older when she was born (Mom 40, Dad
43. Adopted, knows it and no big deal, certainly not defined by it). We
had the advantage of watching many other children being raised, good
and bad. We knew what we did and didn't want to see happen with our
child. She knows when we say no, it is no! From time to time I have
said to her, "When Mommy says no do I change my mind?" She will smile
and say, "No you don't." Issue over. I have to say in the beginning it
would have been easier to say "yes" but the more we stood firm the
easier it became.
We also stress the respect for adults,
particularly grandparents. When we visit she is to go immediately and
say hello and/or hugs before going off to play. We remind her that when
she visits our older neighbors if she behaves and uses good manners she
will be asked to stay longer and be asked back more often.
Our
biggest challenge is to stay the course! Sometimes I see us slip but we
read the column or remember what our parents did and we get ourselves
back on track.
P.S. She was potty trained at 2! Never a pull-up used.
Date of Email: 3-19-07
Name: John Rosemond's "biggest fan,"Diane M. Yelencsics
Comment:
Raising my twin boys has been pretty much stress-free due to the fact that I started to use John Rosemond's book, Because I Said So,
when they were only four years old. Now, almost thirteen, I'm more than
ready for my sons’ challenging “tween” years having his book, Teen-Proofing,
close at hand. I am giving John Rosemond all of the credit for my sons’
positive behavior along with the stability of our family.
By
implementing John Rosemond’s parenting strategies your children will
not only benefit, but so will the relationship with your spouse. His
knowledge seems to strengthen the bond between every member of your
family. It's never too late to give your child/family the discipline
and direction they truly deserve.
"got Rosemond?"
Date of Email: 3-19-07
Name: Tom & Bev Wintheiser
Comment:
As
the parents of seven and grandparents of 13, and proud of all of them,
let me congratulate you on your common sense advice on parenting. Your
column on kids who have made "bad choices" was particularly well done.
Taking responsibility for ones actions is so basic to civilized living.
Date of Email: 3-12-07Name: Jane
Comment:
I
am a 65 year old grandmother who raised her children in the late 60's
thru the mid 80's. Reading your weekly column has been wonderful for my
ego. I now know I was a great Mom. My mother and mostly my
mother-in-law were so critical of everything I did for my children,
with my children, discipline, etc. My mother-in-law even suggested I
loved one child more than the other! She, of course, was speaking from
her own mothering! I spoiled my children, yes, however, they knew "no"
meant NO.
My son and daughter have wonderful parenting skills, and needless to say I'm quite proud of them and my grandchildren.
Date of Email: 3-2-07Name: Kristin
Comment:
I just wanted to thank you for the great potty training method ("Naked and $75"). I used it with my
daughter,
starting shortly after her 2nd birthday, and she was potty trained in a
week. Not using Pull-Ups is the key, I believe. My friends are all
dumbfounded that she trained so fast. They said I was just lucky. Most
of them started around 18 months of age and finally had the child
trained around the 3rd birthday. They all used Pull-Ups and couldn't
figure out why the child was not motivated to learn. Thanks for the
great method.
Date of Email: 3-4-07Name: Jamie
Comment:
I
was at a conference in Jacksonville over the weekend and got the
priviledge to hear Dr. Rosemond speak on three different occasions. I
am going to implement his methods into my life with my family. He is an
excellent speaker! Everything he said was very relevant to my life.
Thank you!!!
Date of Email: 2-28-07Name: Sherry
Comment:
I've been applauding your no-nonsense approach to parenting for years, especially after I
became
a parent. Your column on 2/20/07 regarding co-sleeping and discipline
problems that often accompany it simply made me laugh out loud, right
there at my kitchen table. Not in jest, but because someone finally
came out and said it! Your columns--both the questions from parents and
the answers you give--make me laugh, shake my head and comment to
myself "that's a great idea!". My husband and I attended your seminar
in Jacksonville, FL, at our church a few years ago, we still refer to
'the seasons' of parenting. Good stuff! May God bless you always.
Date of Email: 2-1-07
Name: Alex
Comment:
I
personally wanted to thank you for the article you wrote, "Video Game
Addiction ..an Increasing Problem." It appeared as an article in the
Parenting section of the Providence(RI) Journal Newspaper, Sunday
edition.
As
a public school guidance counselor for the last twelve years, having
worked with every grade level, I have grown more and more concerned
with the addictive qualities of Video Games. One can say that my
generation has witnessed first-hand the evolution of video games - from
the original Pong, to Atari up to the present day virtual reality
gaming systems. And I admit for a time I was addicted to video games -
and didn't realize it until it compromised my schooling, work and
relationships. I am proud to say I flung it out the window and have
since reinvested my energy and efforts in family, photography and music.
However,
I think society is still unaware and uneducated about the potential for
Video Game Addictions. Parents seem to think that if their children are
home safe and obviously not engaged in illegal risky behaviors such as
alcohol, drugs or sex, that they are okay. They don't see the subtle
decline in creativity, affect, or simple thought processes. They don't
contribute the declining grades, lack of motivation ("laziness") and
overall drop in affect to potential addiction.
I
often encourage parents to monitor video gaming as intently as they do
the child's diet, sleep, hygiene, and time spent watching TV. When I
meet with parents and learn that the child is playing video games with
very little parent supervision, I strongly encourage them to restrict
the amount of time a child plays VGs. Their response is, "Forget about
it. He/she will go nuts." I have to walk a very fine line in suggesting
that their kids are possibly addicted to VGs. I challenge the parents
to take away the VGs and observe their child's behavior. Then I ask
them if the behaviors are similar to that of a person who has just had
their drink or cigarettes or coffee taken away.
In
my opinion it is a very big issue that is going unnoticed because it is
legal. Perhaps, too, is the sad reality that their parents may be
addicted as well. I hope a lot of parents and educators read the
article. I personally have it posted on my office door.
Date of Email: 1-25-07
Name: Cheryl
Comment:
Thank
you for confirming everything that I have every believed about
parenting. For many years the Lord has continuously reminded me of
Romans 12:2 (not to conform to this world). Last night I realized that
he was specificly instructing me with my children. I have two girls: 16
and 13. I am very "old school" in parenting, and I'm blessed to have a
husband who shares my position. We are united, and our girls know it.
It's so easy to let the world make you feel like you are failing ---
especially when you are not part of the "feel good" parenting club.
Thank you, and I'll see you at Good Shepherd in March!! God Bless!!!
Date of Email: 1-1-07Name: Amanda
Comment:
I
love the Rosemond website's membership area. I have had it for 4 years
now, and I always get compliments about how "lucky" we are to have such
well-behaved children. Our "luck" has been a gift from your staff and
reminders that what I am doing is right and helping answer questions
from things I am just not sure about. Thank you!
Date of Email: 12-19-06
Name: Nancy Pinter
Comment on John's article "Solving common bedtime problems of toddlers"
Thank you so much for your commpn sense columns. I am a 74-year-old grandmother and I
cannot believe all the nonsensical syndromes etc. There is no common sense anymore. I
especially enjoyed the column in the paper of 12/12/06 in which you mentioned (tongue in
cheek) all the syndromes and support groups. Hilarious! Thanks again.
Date of Email: 12-17-1006
Name: Susan Parker
Comment on John's article on turning off TV and video games
I was in Atlanta visiting our
youngest son who is a freshman at Emory when I read your article in the
Atlanta Journal-Constitution about the terrible TV and video watching/playing
habits of American children/families. I had to write in praise of your
comments and advice. I am a former
teacher and now chairman of our local school committee, an elected
position.
Shortly after our oldest son left for college at the
University of Pennsylvania, he phoned me to say "Thank you!" "For what?" I asked.
"For not letting me get hooked on TV!" He said so many of his classmates didn't
know what to do with themselves in their spare time except look at a screen
(and this was the Ivy League). As my children were growing up, I limited TV/screen time
to 5 hours per week for as long as I possibly could. By the time they were teens,
they used their computers more than that, but TV was not really of strong
interest. For a while I was considered the Wicked Witch of the West, but later
life has proven otherwise. Our middle daughter has been a teacher for the past
decade and is our pride and joy.
What can those of us who don't write syndicated
columns do to help stem the tide of mindless, destructive behavior? Our human
capital is wasting away!
Date of Email: 12-12-2006
Name: Nadine Ernst
Comment on John's article "Solving common bedtime problems of toddlers (12-11-06):
Your recent advice to the parents of 30-month-old twins who stay up
playing with each other after being sent to bed reminded me of our
daughter at that age, who would tell stories to herself and her new
sister, sing songs, and generally keep herself occupied until 10:00
p.m. That's when we found the room monitor most enjoyable, listening
to her vivid imagination! Instead of ear plugs, I recommend turning up
the volume! Thank you so much for all you do in support of traditional parents. Merry Christmas to you all!
Date of Email: 12-08-2006Name: Shelley D. Reeves
Comment:
Thank you so much for writting your wonderful book,
"Making the Terrible Twos Terrific." It has really helped me out. I read
it, and my 20 month old has changed behavior in three days due to my behavior
and reactions towards her. Thanks again. I will attend your seminars,
read more of your books, and recommend you to all of my friends that are new
parents.
Date of Email: 12-07-2006Name: Anne Monroe
Comment on John's article, "Now that they're bunking, they won't take naps" (12-05-06)
I too had this problem when my boys were 2 and 4. There is a fifth
option that worked for us. I put my 2 year old down first as he was
always the most ready for a nap. He would be asleep within 10 minutes
and then my 4 year old would go in for his quiet time. I told my 4
year old he did not have to sleep but if he woke his brother up, his
bedtime (and his alone) would be pushed ahead an hour. This worked
like a charm. Thank you for writing your column. It has helped me tremendously over the past 9 years.
Date of Email: 11-27-2006Name: Julie Ward
Comment:
I
am an elementary school principal, and I have long been a supporter of
John Rosemond's parenting advice. I have, on several occasions in the
past, suggested some of the Rosemond books to parents. I appreciate the
direct approach, and realize that it is the target audience. Educators
spend so much time with some severely ill-behaved children daily, and
are often trying to impact in 6 hours a day what parents have spent
years creating. I appreciate your avenue of parent/educator support.
Date of Email: 11-14-06
Name: Cathy and Steve Rau
Comment: In Response to "Do Television Restrictions Help? Let Me Know!"
We
have two boys ages 9 1/2 and 13. My husband and I are big fans and
wanted to follow your advice with our kids from the start. They watched
very little TV. None as babies, and about 3 to 5 hours a week as
toddlers and little kids. About 4 years ago we decided to discontinue
our cable. Our kids don't watch any TV during the week. On weekends we
all check out videos from the library.
We had no computer in
our home until 2 years ago. At that time we got the internet for our
oldest to use for school. Up until that time, we used the computer at
the library if they needed it for school. They have never had any video
game systems and only limited use of video/computer games.
Our
oldest had speech delays as a toddler, but responded well to speech
therapy. We later found when he was in 2nd grade that he had a high
level type of dyslexia with both auditory and visual impairments. He
spent 2 1/2 years in vision therapy. His learning problems only
strengthened our resolve to keep a strong limit on TV/computer time. He
and his brother have spent a lot of time reading and being read to.
They
are now both A students. They are creative and play well on their own
and (for the most part) together! They are both very social and get
along well with others. Although it's an on-going battle, my husband
and I are very pleased. We have a relaxed, family-centered home. As
parents we don't miss constantly monitoring TV watching or listening to
the boys fight over what to watch. Our computer is in our dining room
where we can easily keep an eye on them when they use the internet for
school.
Mr. Rosemond, I have always wanted the opportunity to
thank you, not only for this good advice, but for your books in
general. You have helped shape our parenting style in a very positive
way. Thank you so much for all you have done to promote common sense,
loving parenting.
Date of Entry: 9-23-2006
Name: Teri
Comment:
Recently,
I was "introduced" to your website by my daughter's Kindergarten
teacher. For once, I have encountered a no nonsense individual that is
not encouraging me to bribe my children into good behavior by buying
all of the latest/greatest toys. Thanks for such a down home and honest
approach to parenting. Your suggestions are EXCELLENT!!!!
Date of Entry: 9-20-2006
Name: Carla Clark
Comment:
Dear Dr. Rosemond,
I
have been reading your responses to questions in my newspaper for
years. I feel compelled to write today to let you know how much I
appreciate your view of past and present parenting styles. You have
been of much benefit to me, and my children, in my own parenting.I have
always respected and implemented your loving but firm and direct
approach. My three sons are 22, 22 and 17 and are very likable,
independent, responsible and decent citizens. Thank you so much for
making me feel supported in my parenting style, which is, as you know,
not popular. I know it made my children who they are today. I am proud
of them and grateful to you.
Date of Entry: 9-19-2006
Name: Lisa Covington
Comment:
I
attended a John Rosemond seminar for the first time last night. I was
expecting to come away with a refresher course of child rearing ideas
that I had heard before. What I received from the seminar just
dumbfounded me. The message was a direct anwser to prayer for me. John
Rosemond helped me to see the root of some of the issues I was having
in the home. Not only with the children, but my husband as well! It was
such a profound, encouraging, and empowering evening. I have a sense of
determination and direction about parenting that I have not had since I
started my parenting journey, 14 yrs ago! Thank you John Rosemond for
your ministry!
Date of Entry: 9-18-2006
Name: Susie Ward
Comment:
I recently read John's article about the rude 8 year old and became an instant fan. Thank you!
Date of Entry: 9-16-2006
Name: john pfeiffer
Website Address: http://www.celebration.md
Comment:
As
a long time reader and family physician who frequently recommends John
Rosemond's books and website to parents and teachers, I am astounded by
how many people have still never even heard of him. It's not that
people (unlike the 'so-called experts') disagree with him, it's that
they just haven't even heard of him. That just astounds me. John
Rosemond is like Parenting 101, his approach is where people who deal
with children should be starting; if he's not the last word in
parenting, he sure ought to be the first.
Date of Entry: 9-15-2006
Name: Brigid M. Leonetti
Comment:
My
Mom faithfully sent me your column from The Hartford Courant after I
had children. I felt that I was receiving a hint-hint of help on
several parenting issues. Then she bought me A Family of Value.
Recently, my Mother died rather unexpectedly and when I read your book,
I feel that she is near helping and inspiring me with three small
children. Your values and those that I were raised with are one in the
same. I have tickets to see you in Mansfield, Ohio and can not tell you
how much I look forward to it. Thank you for the work you do.
Date of Entry: 9-15-2006
Name: Mary Schaner
Comment:
We
miss you in the Md Capital newspaper. Keep up the good work. You help
us keep things in perspective and back to the basics. Thanks and May
God bless your good work. by the way when will you be on Oprah??
Date of Entry: 9-12-2006
Name: Sanna Ellingson
Comment:
Having 5 children in the 21st century, common sense parenting is the only thing that works. Thanks for all the great advice.
Date of Entry: 9-12-2006
Name: Heidi Thomas
Comment:
I
have really enjoyed reading John's advice over the years. I have 4
children ages 2-8. He has kept me on track with child-rearing during
challenging moments. Thank you, John, immensely for what you have given
me. I feel I am a good parent with common sense but sometimes need a
little guidance.
Date of Entry: 9-11-2006
Name: Carla
Comment:
This
website is very helpful and makes me think about how I'm disciplining
my 2 small boys. They are very challenging and I am taking it day by
day. Thanks!
Date of Entry: 9-11-2006
Name:
Comment:
I
love your website! I am a D.D.S. and mother. I attend C.E. classes to
uphold my dental license and read the Bible and John Rosemond's website
to uphold my parenting skills. If only you did marriage counseling too
!:) Your dedication to making parenting what it should be is much
appreciated!!
Date of Entry: 9-11-2006
Name: Elizabeth Dalzell
Comment:
I
love the new website and refer to it often for the daily thought and
his speaking schedule. I look forward to when he is back in my neck of
the woods (Greater Cincinnati).
Nice job!
Date of Entry: 9-9-2006
Name: Gretchen Rothermel
Comment:
Although
I'm not a parent and probably never will be, I've enjoyed reading Dr.
Rosemond's opinions and insights. One can never stop learning!
Date of Entry: 9-9-2006
Name: Coral Ross
Comment:
I
have enjoyed reading your column in Signs of The Times over the last
several years. Thank you for all the sound advice and support you give
for parents!!
Date of Entry: 9-8-2006
Name: Jake Obermeier
Comment:
I just want to tell you how impressed I am with your column. You do a great job and can be proud of the work you have done.
Jake Obermeier
Date of Entry: 9-8-2006
Name: MJ
Comment:
This
is not a question - just a thank you to Mr. Rosemond. I hope someone
will forward this to him, so he will understand the profound impact he
just had on my life. His column on "badness" in all of us allowed me
(at age 57) to forgive myself for being human and making mistakes in my
past. Several years of therapy did far less to help me than John's
simple explanation of the nature of human beings in that column. It was
as if the weight of the world came off my shoulders, and I am FOREVER
changed by that one column. Thanks you from the bottom of my heart, Mr.
Rosemond.
Date of Entry: 9-7-2006
Name: Melanie Donithan
Comment:
I
just have to say how much I LOVE your website. I was lucky enough to
stumble across your column in our local newspaper a year or so ago, and
I've been a faithful reader ever since. I am a parent of a 6 and a 12
year old who also has traditional views on parenting. It is nice to see
that it still exists in the professional realm. Thank you for all you
do!
Date of Entry: 9-7-2006
Name: Sheryl Edens
Comment:
Love
ya John! Heard you speak in spring of 2004 - my stomach still hurts
from laughing! You hit the nail on the head (ours) and changes were
made the minute we walked in the door at home. Changes for the better -
Thanks!
Date of Entry: 9-5-2006
Name: Linda McConnell-Booth
Comment:
My
children are adults,but I always read your advice in our local
newspaper. I have always felt that most problems with kids are caused
by power struggles brought about by adults that are control freaks. I
gave my children choices at every turn, so that they would learn to
choose wisely. The only time I stepped in was if there was danger
involved. Maybe I was just lucky but all three of my kids are
productive,employed,bright,well rounded and interesting adults. I enjoy
their company immensely.
Thank
you for trying to enlighten todays parents, we are sheperds to young
individuals. We are meant to gently guide not force. Children are
individuals not clay to be molded in our idealistic likeness.
Your
thoughts on child rearing are a pleasure to read, and such a breath of
fresh air, compared to so much of the psychobabble that is put out
these days. Keep up the good work! and Thanks!
Date of Entry: 9-4-2006
Name: Meredith
Comment:
I love your good, old fashioned commonsense advice! It is good to see a "professional" who shares my beliefs.
Date of Entry: 9-2-2006
Name: Jayne Elaine Walker
Comment:
Thank you for raising Eric and Amy. Then sharing with the rest of us so we can have a smile.
Date of Entry: 9-1-2006
Name: Tammy and Mike Hoffmeyer
Comment:
We
have a new mantra of sorts at our house: "Thank GOD for John Rosemond!"
We are not alone in "common sense" parenting - there really ARE others
out there who think the world has gone crazy......Love you, John!
Date of Entry: 8-30-2006
Name: laura flowers
Comment:
It
is very refreshing to know that at 44 with 2 boys age 6 & 8 that
someone still talks about integrity, respect, responsibility. I hold my
boys to high standards. I also LOVE them very much and know( as they
do!) that it is my job to teach them and to nuture them yet hold them
accountable for the choices they make.KUDOS to you John. And you are so
right on needs ands wants. We are the parents! Unfortunatley society
seems to say at great volumes LOOK what we can give our child !Instead
of look what my child can give YOU. Keep the ideas and "old school"
approach as the standard. I mean we didn't turn out too bad.
Date of Entry: 8-30-2006
Name: Darlene Carter
Comment:
Dear John, your website rocks and so do you!! Look forward to hearing you speak in Alabama soon!
Date of Entry: 8-29-2006
Name: Lisa Taylor
Comment:
Just
have to say I recently came across a few of your answers in the News
and Observer and I wanted to say how much I enjoyed them. Humor and not
taking things too seriously. Too many parents are anxious about every
little detail of every day and dont just let kids be kids and handle
things with alittle humor and common sense.
Date of Entry: 8-29-2006
Name: SMG
Comment:
Thank
you for providing such a helpful website. I check it daily for the
Thought for the Day and Weekly Column. I appreciate how Dr. Rosemond
affirms what we parents already know. Keep up the great work!
Date of Entry: 8-29-2006
Name: Alex H.
Comment:
Awesome website, much MUCH improved! Great resources, more professional looking. Will be back often!