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Do Middle Children really have secret powers?

puradmin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 23:06:05 +0000

Todd and Laura welcomed Dr. Catherine Salmon, professor of Psychology at the University of Redlands and co-author of “The Secret Power of Middle Children” to the show. Finally, a chance for Todd to talk about himself and all of his issues.

Catherine’s research and collaboration on this book provides all parents with much needed resources and stories that will allow them to understand their “middies” much better. Did you know that most middle children are perceived as neglected, overlooked, confused, but never spoiled?

Whether you are a Middie, or have a middie, this book can create a wealth of knowledge that you can use with your spouse, your coworkers or even your boss. In fact, maybe you will see why Donald Trump, the Dali Lama and many of the American Presidents all are middle children. It’s an episode that any parent with children should listen to. Enjoy!

Act like a kid, get sunburned and your dreams will come true

puradmin — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 05:36:40 +0000

Are you the type of person who stares straight ahead or likes to look behind you? What about looking in all directions? What about seeing the world as a child? This idea and a sunburn changed this man’s life and it has now changed mine.

Greg Colden is the co-founder of the Kona Natural Soap Company in Kona on the Big Island. He and his partner Marty Corrigan have created something special that started with a sunburn. 6 years later, the Kokoleka Lani Farm has become the home of what is possibly the greenest, most soothing and best soap available.

But we didn’t just talk soap, we talked about how he arrived at this point in his life. As the owner of a very successful Insurance business, taking this plunge wasn’t exactly easy, but he was staring back at life like a child. He was open to everything and he found exactly what he always wanted out of life. I would encourage you to listen to his Parting Wisdom at the end of the show. It may be exactly what you have been looking for.

Girls, Girls, Girls!

puradmin — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 03:50:46 +0000

Elizabeth Nye, the Executive Director of Girls Inc. in Portland joined us to talk about what else, Girls! Why should they sit on the sideline when young boys are out playing basketball? Why should they not get the science toy that is packaged for a boy? Why should they be the Princess? Girls have an immense amount to offer at any age and yet they are being denied that chance for so many reasons.

What can we do for them as parents? As friends? As siblings? Elizabeth has some answers and so does Girls Inc. of Portland, a local chapter of a national non-profit. Find out about their amazing event coming up in early March and how they have created programs and curriculum that can help your girls now.

Introducing our newest show, ZenParenting

puradmin — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 20:38:52 +0000

2011 is going to begin with a bang here at Pagatim.fm! We are launching a new show, ZenParenting. The hosts of the show are Todd and Cathy Adams out of Chicago. They joined Todd to talk about their background, their road to ZenParenting and how handling three girls under the age of 7 is their formula for success.

Actually, they will share their real recipe on their first show, January 4th, 4:30pm CST (2:30pm PST). As a parent coach, Cathy has talked with thousands of parents about the ups and downs. She even put together many of her own struggles and learned lessons along the way into a book, The Self Aware Parent. Both Laura and Todd recommend it. It’s an easy and beneficial read.

Todd came about his role in ZenParenting, much like Todd Mansfield did. Along the way, he has been able to share his perspective as a man and how we look at things differently.

This episode gets you set for what will be a very enjoyable journey. Especially if you are from the Midwest. Find them on Facebook at ZenParentingRadio, Twitter at Zenparenting or at their new webpage, zenparentingradio.com.

Mental Illness and the Holidays

puradmin — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 19:45:52 +0000

Don Moore is the past President of the Board of Directors for NAMI in Multnomah County, Oregon. He is currently the co-chair of the Advocacy committee and today he was a guest with Laura and Todd. The focus was Mental Illness. Don and his wife have been through the ups and downs with their own daughter. Laura just went through another chapter this past weekend with her sister.

This episode isn’t about fixing the problem, it was about showing parents and family members there are resources that will help all of us who don’t have the mental Illness. It can take a toll and to prevent that there are ways. Don shared a class that he and his wife took that completely transformed their approach and helped the entire family.

If you have someone in your family that struggles with Mental Illness or know of someone, this might be the episode to share with them this holiday season.

Should children come with warning labels?

puradmin — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:07:56 +0000

Patti McKenna joined Todd to talk about here book, Caution: Children should come with warning labels.

This mom of four girls has found her way through the ups and downs of parenthood. She shares some of the best tricks and tips she has gathered along the way.

Her daughter wound up marrying the boy she went out with on her first date. Find out how the other girls faired. Her Parting Wisdom has never been shared on our show by a mom.

Oh Christmas Tree, Oh Christmas Tree…

puradmin — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 06:43:30 +0000

Does the search for the perfect Christmas Tree cause a little bit of bitter in fighting in your family. If not, you suck. If it does, welcome to the party. Actually in ours, it doesn’t cause fighting, it causes a long drive and usually winds up with a fairly Charlie Brown looking tree.

Laura gets huge kuddos this year for finding Portland’s/Beaverton’s (because I can’t tell which town it is in and I didn’t ask) best Christmas Tree lot. This is not your typical corner lot. It was started 18 years and that’s when the owner first started planting the trees in a lot that was left to him by his paretns. Rather than building apartments and making tons of money off it, he started a tradition. One that I would like to support for the next 20 years.

The address is in SW Portland, on 57th Ave off Garden Home Rd. You can’t miss the signs. The best part about it was that these weren’t huge trees, there were U-cuts and pre-cuts, they were all CHEMICAL FREE, and most importantly, the one that Laura priced at the corner near our house was $75 and a comparable and more beautiful one at this place was only $19. Plus, there are hundreds of them. You don’t need to go and say we sent you, but let us know if you go via a comment below.

His hours are Monday – Saturday 10-6, Sundays 1-5. If you call ahead they will hold it open for you (cell only – 971-570-7380)

Seriously, our 6 year old Connor picked out the best tree for us and it fit perfectly within our 8 foot ceilings. They wrapped it up, roped it to the car and away we went. If you want your tree buying experience to be memorable, put down the chainsaw, don’t break the bank, get the kids out of the three layers you dressed them in and enjoy this place. It’s Portland. We are weird and we like it that way.

Monday’s can be known for their VooDoo in Portland

puradmin — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 04:06:31 +0000

When a Monday starts with VooDoo Doughnuts, the week has started the right way. It actually wrapped up a very up and down weekend for Todd, who was at both ends of the body spectrum, mainly the other one says Laura. In fact his Mansfield Moment centered around the joy of discovery when Laura encouraged him to do a “Clearing” around his issues. Worked like a charm.

It even opened up the house to a little Christmas Miracle when Laura discovered what may be one of the best kept secrets in Portland: a man in SW Portland who grows his own Christmas Trees that you can cut down.

This triggered Laura to start discussing what is normal during the holidays. Who did start these traditions? Why do we do things and cook things certain ways? Todd fell asleep during this, but he is sure you will find it very interesting. And when you do, will you please email him a comment at todd@pagatim.com.

Buy from Mattel? No way in Hell

puradmin — Sat, 04 Dec 2010 02:02:43 +0000

With the Holidays approaching Todd took it upon himself to let people know why he is so admantaly against toy maker Mattel, and why the US Government is screwing the Handmade Toy makers in America. There is an even more in depth show that talks all about this, Launch Pad Radio.

Todd also teared up when he discovered that he and Laura were not a good looking couple. There is actually proof (a study) that shows why Pagatim’s IT guy, Kelly and his wife) are actually better looking than Todd and Laura.

Plus these two discussed how they and other Naturopaths have known for years that Probiotics are good for your kids. Maybe someday the AAP will wake up and catch up with everyone else.

Plus don’t forget to plant a tree this Holiday to replace the one you have in your living room.

Another wild and wacky weekend in the wet woods

puradmin — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:22:01 +0000

Todd and Laura reflected on what it meant to see their kids so excited about sending leftover Halloween candy to the troops. Plus, it was a great wet weekend spent in the woods with their kids and 5 other kids. The exploring was exceptional. Finally, Laura shared her thoughts about every kid getting a trophy at the end of a sports season…Todd’s belly still hurts.

Parent Resources

puradmin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:04:46 +0000

Want a great read that could change your life? Try some of these gems below.

You won’t believe what you are eating.
Get this book now, because tomorrow night you might be serving your family something you shouldn’t.

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If our parents had known about this, our butts wouldn’t have been so sore. Dr. Jane Nelson has created something that opens the door to a world we have always wanted with our children. Isn’t that what we all want? Dr. Laura Kastner writes this delightful book in a way that we can all get there.

Finally, a real book about Stepmoms by a Stepmom.

This book is so great you should read it outside as well.

Skip the SAT, Save Thousands on Tuition and Get a Truly International Education

This may make you cry, but for all of the funny reasons

Mothering Magazine or Mothering.com – The name says it all, Laura and I couldn’t have survived without it!

Got issues? They’ve got answers

Dr. Bob Sears: The Pediatrician you need to know!
Dr. Jane Nelson: Making parents’ lives that much easier every day.
Suni Paz: Internationally renowned Musician
Patricia Sheehan Campbell: He’s an army of one, but what an army!
Brad Ainge: Music Prof at UW in Seattle
Dr. Nancy Rappaport: With her past, you could have a beautiful future!
Dr. Laura Kastner: Psychologist of the Year!
Sara Lee Guthrie: Somebody got Grandpa’s genes!
Dr. Rebecca Sutton: The Environmental Working Group can do anything with this Doc leading the way
Renee Limon: She can teach anyone how to reduce, reuse and recycle!
Mona Kayhan: It’s got a funny name, but Putamayo Music rocks! as does it’s Director.
Arik Weist: NW Leader of National Personal Trainer Institute. Find out the easiest way to get fit, trim and healthy!

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