http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/ Time To Talk New Jersey Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:40:26 GMT january_eduardjan http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/34 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/34 ... Hi Everyone, I am Edward Gonzales, from the Philipiines, am a parent with 3 children ages 12, 16 & 20. I am Christian with the Assemblies of God. I am Wed, 04 Feb 2009 21:37:08 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/33 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/33 Like many other people, I was amazed at the athletic ability of Michael Phelps this past summer. For a 23 year old to win 8 gold medals says something about Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:20:25 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/32 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/32 As various religious traditions gather to celebrate in their own ways, for many people this is a joyous time of year. However, for many, it is a time of Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:31:07 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/31 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/31 A recent study completed by the Partnership for a Drug-Free America reveals what many parents/guardians may overlook as a factor regarding substance abuse. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 02:43:12 GMT Amy Hamilton http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/30 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/30 Bill   I have to admit that I am with the 18% who are for lowering the drinking age. I always believed that teenage problems are related to their transition Wed, 15 Oct 2008 23:53:24 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/29 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/29 Recently efforts have been made by presidents of colleges and universities to begin a debate on how to address the problem of underage drinking. I think having Sat, 04 Oct 2008 16:10:49 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/28 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/28 A good question at the end of Amel's message. How do we figure out what works when trying to connect with our teens. The best story I heard came from a parent Mon, 29 Sep 2008 23:58:27 GMT Amel http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/27 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/27 Easier said than done. I think that if teens could listen to their parents for advice, like you mentionned -a walk before or after dinner, or after school Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:40:56 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/11 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/11 I am hoping parents and guardians find this topic interesting. For teens to become healthy adults, I emphasize two points regarding stress. Students need a Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:23:56 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/10 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/10 Based on research, we now see there is a growing problem that many parents just don't even think about much. I would imagine there are some parents who keep an Wed, 03 Sep 2008 00:12:28 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/8 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/8 When I speak to parents about this issue, I encourage parents to set down realistic policies. If you ground your 14 old daughter for six months for smoking, Tue, 02 Sep 2008 19:56:06 GMT wtlillis http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/7 http://groups.yahoo.com/group/timetotalknj/message/7 Hi everyone, I am Bill Lillis, the moderator of this group for the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey. I am a certified prevention specialist, which means