Eyres on the Road

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The Evolution of Parenting May 23, 2015

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Is parenting evolving in the world or is the world evolving and influencing parenting? Richard and Linda Eyre discuss! For more info visit: EyresFreeBooks.com

Parenting and Grandparenting May 16, 2015

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This week, Richard & Linda are visiting Ladera Ranch in Orange Country California. Grandparents often treat the grandchildren different than perhaps the parents would like them treated. It may often seem that the grandparents are trying to raise the grandkids in their own ways. Richard & Linda discuss how parents and grandparents can come to an understanding of how grandchildren should be treated while being with grandma and grandpa. Find more on the subject at Deseret News

The Greatest Mother's Day Gift May 09, 2015

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Richard and Linda are in St. George this week! They discuss the greatest Mother's Day gift that a father can give. Is it helping more with the kids? Perhaps it's helping around the house? Get more by checking more on the subject from the Eyres at Deseret News.

Best Place to Raise Family Apr 25, 2015

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Richard and Linda Eyre are in New York City visiting family and discuss the question: Where is the best place in the world to raise a family? The Eyres discuss what makes a good location for raising children and offer ideas for how to make the best of whatever situation you may be in. They also share experiences that shed insight into their "conclusion" about where to raise children. Get more by checking out blogs from members of the Eyrealm: 71 Toes Power of Moms Boston Shumways Dripping with Passion

Interdependence v. Independence Apr 18, 2015

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The Eyres talk about the over-emphasis of independence and misconceptions about commitment in today's society, highlighting the importance of choosing to be interdependent and start of family instead of "keeping all the options open." The Eyres discuss many of the pros to marriage and interdependence, including some that may be overshadowed or misunderstood by modern society. Read the Eyres' article about the blessing of having someone you love more than yourself. See some videos about parenting on the Eyres' YouTube Channel.

History of Joy School Apr 11, 2015

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The Eyres are in Hawai'i! Today, the Eyres share the rich history of Joy School before explaining some of the revisions that are being made to the program. They discuss their philosophy regarding what and how young children should learn. Watch the Eyres talk about the new Joy School 2.0.

Easter Mar 28, 2015

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Richard and Linda Eyre run through their family traditions for the week from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. They talk about the importance of balancing non-religious traditions with the "true meaning" of holidays, especially Easter and Christmas. They also talk about how to get children more interested in Christ through multimedia, family activities, and more! Click here for more information about this subject. Check out our "Facets of Christ" weekly list with a variety of themes to focus on during the Sacrament worship. Take a look at this four week plan for celebrating Easter by Saydi Eyre Shumway and Heidi Kruckenberg. A day by day guide to the celebrating Holy Week from Saren Eyre Loosli's blog. A kitchen full of ideas for the Easter Celebration by Shawni Eyre Pothier.

Family Tent Mar 21, 2015

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Richard and Linda Eyre discuss some of the parenting struggles and blessings that are common to all parents. The Eyres use the analogy of a "big tent" that encompasses all of us, and encourage us to look for things we have in common with other parents and to work together. Stop judging other parents and instead focus on their valiant efforts in an increasingly anti-family world. Check out the Eyres' recent article in the Deseret News about this topic.

Empty Nesting Mar 14, 2015

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Richard and Linda Eyre are on opposite sides of the United States, both spending time with children: Linda for a granddaughter's concert and Richard for his "Fathers and Future Fathers of Eyrealm" retreat. They talk about how parenting changes -- and in some ways stays the same -- after children have moved away from home. Richard talks about how to shift relationships with children to one as friends instead of as dependents. The Eyres also stress the importance of having a strategy for how to stay connected with your children and family no matter what stage of life you are at.

Kids and the Arts Mar 07, 2015

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Richard and Linda Eyre discuss the importance of exposing children to "the finer things in life." They talk about the positive benefits of exposing your children to a wide variety of fine arts experiences and share some personal stories and insight from their own parenting adventures.

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