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Mimi Doe, Author of 10 Principles For Spiritual Parenting<\/a><\/em> (HarperCollins) shared the following tips. (I know that Valentine\u2019s Day is over, but the tips can be used throughout the year!)
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1. Make a list of all the things you love about your child. Type it on decorated paper, roll it up and tie it with festive ribbons. Place it on his breakfast plate to find first thing Valentine\u2019s morning.<\/p>\n

2. Come up with a secret way to show love to someone you know doesn\u2019t receive much. How about heart shaped muffins in a pretty basket left on an elderly neighbor\u2019s doorstep?<\/p>\n

3. Ask your kids what\u2019s beautiful to them then include more of it in your lives.<\/p>\n

4. Have a family Valentine\u2019s Dinner \u2014 lots of red, candles, lacy doilies, little white lights wrapped around the room, and heart felt conversation.<\/p>\n

5. Don\u2019t forget to care for your own well being \u2014 more sleep, healthy foods, time alone, laughing with friends. It\u2019s easier to be loving parents when we love ourselves.<\/p>\n

6. Remember to treat your child with love and respect. Never do something to her that you wouldn\u2019t like done to you.<\/p>\n

7. Come up with a secret sign that means \u201cI love you.\u201d It comes in handy at the bus stop or in a crowded room.<\/p>\n

8. In addition to the expected chocolates, give the gift of time to your child. A heart shape note could list ideas such as: *a hike together, *breakfast on Saturday morning \u2013 you choose where, *your favorite book \u2014 read by me.<\/p>\n

9. Take a close look at your daily activities. Could you focus more on caring for each other than caring for things?<\/p>\n

10. Remind your kids that real love doesn\u2019t expect a pay back.<\/p>\n\n\n

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