With Your Family in Mind
Is Drinking a Habit or Something More?
For many people, drinking alcohol can enhance a social event or add something special to a good meal. The majority of people are able to drink casually and socially without ever developing any sort of problem. Alcohol is an accepted part of our society and can be fun and harmless when it is used responsibly and controlled.
Youâre Still Worth It
Several weeks ago I shared an analogy with the congregation at Valencia Christian Center that proved to be incredibly encouraging. Since then, I’ve been feeling led to share it here as well. I just feel as if someone reading this magazine is going to be led right here to this article and walk away with the encouragement and hope they’ve been looking for.
SCVi Charter School Opening Fall 2008
Many families find themselves looking for alternatives when existing options don’t seem to meet their children’s particular needs. The Hart district estimates there are over 2,000 homeschoolers in our area. This network of families is gradually expanding educational choices, the latest of which is SCVi Charter School, opening Fall 2008. This classroom-based alternative will appeal to many homeschoolers, using hands-on instruction to engage students actively in real world learning. At an age when socialization is a developmental priority, many seventh grade students find themselves wanting to attend a full time school. SCVi’s intimate family-like atmosphere will be attractive to many families that would like a full schedule with a non-traditional approach.
Whereâs the Line Between Discipline and Abuse?
As parents, we sometimes question where the line is drawn between discipline and abuse. We want to help our children learn to behave properly but we don’t want to ever cross a line where we have caused physical or emotional harm to our children. The word discipline, according to Webster is “training to act in accordance with rules.” Its purpose is to encourage moral, physical and intellectual development and a sense of responsibility in children. Ultimately, we want our children to do the right thing, not because they fear external reprisal, but because they have internalized a standard of good conduct gained self-confidence, and a positive self-image.
Childrenâs Bureau Seeking Parents
Nurture at-risk Children in Foster Care and Adoption Program
With nearly 85,000 children in California removed from their parents’ homes due to abuse or neglect and 9,000 foster children in California waiting for adoptive homes, there is a great need for caring adults to provide loving, nurturing homes as either foster or adoptive parents. A parent information meeting will be held Thursday night, July 24 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church located at 27265 Luther Drive, Canyon Country, for those interested — adults single or married are welcome (English and Bilingual Spanish speaking).
Yoga: Ancient and Modern
The word yoga first surfaced in India in 1500 B.C. However, evidence suggests that yoga existed as early as 5,000 years ago. Early yogis (practitioners of yoga) found that breath work (pranayama) improved their ability to sing and yoga poses (asanas) kept their bodies healthy.
What Happens to the Family Home in a Divorce?
As a family law attorney, I find that often one of the first questions a client poses is about what will happen to the family home. I’ve been asked “Does the wife always keep the home?” and “Do you always have to sell the house?” Unless you and your spouse have entered into some prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, your home, much like your other assets and debts, will be divided according to California Community Property Law. Thus, if the home is a community property asset, meaning, if it was acquired by the parties or a party using income earned during the marriage, generally, the equity in the home will be divided equally.
Estate Planning: Do You Know Where Your Trust Is Tonight?
Periodically (and unfortunately all too often) we get calls from clients:
“Do you have our original, signed living trust documents?”
“No, I’m sorry.”
“Are you sure?
“Yes. We make it a practice not to retain clients’ original documents.”
“Could you just look in your file, to be sure?”
“Gladly. One moment, please. I’m looking at your file. The day you signed all your trust and related estate planning documents, I gave you the originals and a set of copies. All I have is a set of photocopies and a copy of the cover letter I gave you, when you signed everything. In that letter, I suggested that you put the originals in a safe deposit box, and that you keep the set of copies at home. I recommended that you put a note on the copies indicating where you put the originals. (Nothing drives successor trustees and families crazier than to find the copies but not the originals.) Did you put the originals in your safe deposit box? “
“Yes, but that was a long time ago. We took them out once, and I don’t think we ever put them back. Now we can’t find them anywhere.”
Don’t let this happen to you!
Improving Employee Safety
Accidents in the workplace result in higher workers’ compensation and insurance costs, lost workdays, and lower employee morale. Thus, it makes good sense for employers to provide safety education for their employees to reduce the likelihood of injuries.
Gateway Village Comes to Life
It’s been almost a year since Gateway Village has been under new ownership and managed by CB Richard Ellis. This property is considered the “younger sister” to The River, in Rancho Mirage, California, said Ms. Carol Ann Zale; Asset Manager. When Gateway Village was purchased, the owners wanted to make significant changes, all positive.
Divorce and Enemas â A Not-So-Graphic Comparison
Okay, I’ll confess, neither of these are easy subjects. However, if you have gone through either a divorce or an enema procedure you know that both are distasteful and very uncomfortable, they make you feel vulnerable, no one wants to watch them happen, and when you are in the...
Nurturing a Healthy Sense of Trust in Your Child
Gone are the days when children rode their bikes to the open field behind the neighborhood to climb trees, build forts, play baseball, and ride back home before dark to find supper on the table. When our daily life had a built in simplicity and predictability, our children felt that the world was a safe and stable place, and from this a healthy sense of trust in their environment, their community, their friends and their family emerged. This allowed children to develop good judgment and trust their instincts.
Start Looking Better, Now!
Health centers around the country are starting the next round of “The Biggest Winner” competitions. Participants are given the tools to lose 10, 20 even 30 pounds of fat and gain lean muscle mass in only 12 weeks. The result is looking hotter, getting stronger, increasing metabolism and getting fit for life.
Relay For Life Breaks Half Million Dollar Mark
The American Cancer Society’s 2008 SCV Relay For Life has topped the $500,000 mark for the first time, capping a two-day event that broke records in a number of areas. The 24-hour walking event was held May 31 to June 1 at Central Park, but teams continue to turn in late donations, pushing the event past the half-million dollar mark.
The SCV Relay For Life is ranked number one such event in Los Angeles County and number eight in the nation.
Mortgage, Loan Workouts: Is it Right For You?
Most mortgage woes nowadays stem from the risky loans taken out during the previous few years: 100 percent financing, no documents, “teaser” starter rates, and so on. Anyone who took out a 100 percent loan and needs to refinance because the interest rate has adjusted, or will,...
Life at Crossroads
Crossroads Community Church is a casual church that is serious about God and His word. We sum up our church in three words: Know, grow and go. We want everyone who comes through our doors to come to know Jesus Christ, grow to be like Him, and then go and tell others about Him.
Car Accidents Happen to the Best of Drivers, So Why Not be Prepared?
No matter how safe you are behind the steering wheel, auto accidents are sometimes unavoidable. Therefore, for your safety, and for legal and insurance reasons, there is no legitimate reason not to be prepared.
Types of Adoption
There are many ways to form a family. Many people are discovering adoption as a wonderful way to expand their families and help children in need at the same time. However, there are different types of adoptions and it is best to know your options before making this very important decision.
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