In-Joy. We pronounce it that way, but do we ever live it that way? Laura and Todd share space and time and knowledge with Jeanne Sunderland, owner of Hawaii Island Retreat on the Big Island, a transformational place where parents can rejoice, rejuvenate and return to a place of peace.

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Todd and Laura talk about Hawaii’s great new Retreat center, Hawaii Island Retreat, an amazing locale for finding peace, joy, renewal of spirit and a sense of connectedness with oneself, with nature and with each other. Simply put, Jeanne Sunderland has created a destination for all parents to experience the true spirit of Hawaii.

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Damn that Portland Weather! With all of the rain and lack of sun, our bodies were pretty upon arrival on the white sandy beaches of Hawaii. As of the morning of Day 2, Laura’s back is Rock Lobster red. I have a couple of spots and as of bed time last night, Connor had the back of his calves a little toasty and Drew was the only one that wasn’t bad, (he napped for 3+ hours).

The boys did love the beach as they chased each other up and down in the water. A woman berated Laura for being on her cell phone (she was actually calling me to tell me to come pick them up). Connor and I saw a turtle swimming close to shore. Connor actually led a group of boys who were swimming after the turtle trying to check it out.

It’s a great start. More to post after Day 2.

Want a tool that will allow you to never have to spank your child again? If you already don’t, then it’s just a tool that makes the tough moments easier: the Mistaken Goal Chart. Magic! It’s the cutting room floor edition, as Laura and Todd talk about what wasn’t said in the Good Morning America story.

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Stop Overreacting! It’s the name of Dr. Judith Siegel’s latest book and if you have an issue with flipping your lid, or feeling like you could lose it when you are not in control as a parent, listen up. Dr Siegel’s 30 years of experience could be exactly what you need. Todd sure does.

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Want to hear a real fight? Todd and Laura had one on the air. Laura wants community day to be authentic conversation and that’s what she got from Todd, who explained that when she said she couldn’t trust him to do something at home, it triggered him BIG time! While they were at each other’s throats right before going on air and at the start of the show, by the end, they were laughing and loving. It just shows that open communication and sharing your true feelings can make a difference.

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The Oscars! What a night! Todd is one degree of separation from a winner! Connor’s Birthday was a huge success and so was Laura’s parenting approach at the bowling alley, though some might disagree. Single Dad Brad suggest small steps for teaching your kids to learn something new.

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Karen Wells joined Laura to chat about community, intuition and trust when parenting. It takes a lot to leave the sick kids home with the dad but maybe sometimes that’s the best choice for you. How do you balance the juggling act that is different parenting styles? Plus tips on handling pneumonia.

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…male mani’s & pedi’s, why Laura is so controlling and male periods.

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