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December
2007
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The
holidays are quickly approaching and between preparing large meals,
coordinating with family members and multiple shopping trips, we can often
forget that this time of year provides a great opportunity to spend time
with your kids — and even get to know them a little better.
This
year when you sit down to eat your big meal on Thanksgiving, ask your
family to go around the table and say one thing that they are thankful for.
It's always interesting to hear what means the most to your kids and also
let them in on what's important to you. As a mom, I'm thankful for what I
have — rather than what I don't: worrying about my kids means that I have
kids to worry about, dirty dishes means there is plenty to eat, and loads
of laundry means plenty to wear. I think it's essential that our kids
recognize the little things in life — and how important it is to
communicate our hopes, dreams and even fears with each other.
Susie Todd
Mom and Member of the Partnership's Parent Advisory Board
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Connect
With Your College Kid Over the Holidays
Your
baby is all grown up! She might be old enough to choose her own classes and
decorate her dorm room, but there are still a lot of decisions that she
needs your help to make. Take advantage of the holiday break to spend some
time talking.
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How
do you think kids today are getting drugs? Do you think prescription medicines
are just as dangerous as street drugs? Take our Talk Quiz
sponsored by King Pharmaceuticals, and see how your answers compare with
others'.
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Decoder Hits the Blog Scene
Read
what real parents, Sarit, James and Joe, have to say about moody teens,
aging rock stars and doping athletes on our new Decoder blog.
Love
their writing? Disagree with them completely? Just have something to say?
Go to town on the comment feature available on all their latest posts.
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Drug Education Needs to Come From Home
Depending
on your child's school to be the primary source for drug prevention
education may not be as effective as you once thought. According to this report,
teachers don't have the time, training or resources to effectively provide
the curriculum.
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Teens Talk Back To Parents — In a
Good Way
Our
Time To Talk Yahoo! Group
is exploding with new members — including teens! As parents ask questions,
teens are weighing in with some answers. If you haven't yet, sign up now
to see the unique discussions that take place in our group!
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Congress Members They're — Just Like Us!
  The Partnership recently honored several Members of
Congress with Guardian Awards
for their outstanding leadership crafting our national drug policy. But
what you didn't know is that some of these Congress people consider their
highest honor to be that of a "Mom" or "Dad."
Learn more about two of our honorees: Senator Ben Nelson
and Congressman Jim Walsh.
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End the Year Feeling Good
35
million parents want to raise healthy, drug-free kids. Help us reach them
with information and tools that can make a difference. Make a donation today.
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