Lots of women have ideas about the kids they will raise, only to give birth and realize some things aren't up to them. A recent news report focused on Peter Leonforte, a bricklayer, and his son Andrew Leonforte, a singer. It's not uncommon for parents and their children to have opposite interests and personalities. While some moms and dads keep an open mind and encourage their kids despite the differences (even of opinion), other parents try to mold their offspring (sometimes subconsciously) into what they want them to be. Which is your style?
Do You Shape Your Child or Allow Them to Shape You?
Lots of women have ideas about the kids they will raise, only to give birth and realize some things aren't up to them.
A few weeks ago I was offering some solicited career advice to a good friend, who is five years into working at her dream firm but routinely suspects her efforts are being ignored by her manager. While she is quick to complain to friends and family (heck, aren't we all?), we ended our conversation with her realizing she needs to initiate a careful conversation about her concerns with her manager or else continue to suffer in silence. The notion of taking personal responsibility for professional happiness and success is echoed in a recent 
One of my best gal pals recently proclaimed she was taking a last-minute trip to Morocco on her lonesome to de-stress. She's adventurous and independent so it was no shock to my ears, but I found myself wondering if I could pull off a solo trip halfway across the world. I've traveled for work alone in the past, but I've never taken an extended vacation by myself. 
