Children

Word of the Week – Words

The Word of the Week for August 15, 2022 is Words. Words are more powerful than perhaps anyone suspects, and once deeply engraved in a child’s mind, they are not easily eradicated. – Mary Sarton This is an extract from…
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Family Active Shooter Planning Course

The events in Uvalde Texas have prompted me to offer a live in person and online hybrid course that will teach parents and children how to respond to an active shooter event. This is a free course to those who…
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The Three P’s of Preparedness

The Three P’s of Preparedness There are three important P’s of preparedness that everyone should keep in mind: planning, playing, and persevering. Planning is the key to any successful project. You need a well-thought-out plan to guide you from start…
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Is Today The Tomorrow You Were Dreading Yesterday?

Is Today the Tomorrow you were Dreading Yesterday? Fair notice, this is my version of a quote by Dale Carnegie. The Ukraine war is a clear example of how apathy in the west has emboldened a powerful, malicious world leader….
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FUDP Conversation with Dr. Jody Carrington

FUDP Conversation with Dr. Jody Carrington This conversation with Dr. Jody Carrington was released in May 2021, as part of the Conversations On Family Urban Disaster Planning summit.   In the past 15 years Dr. Jody Carrington has assessed, treated,…
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