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Lessons in Fear
“Dad! Dad!” I called from the upstairs hallway. I could hear my father watching one of my favorite television shows but it was late and I was supposed to be in bed. “What is it?” He asked. “I’m scared up here. I keep hearing noises. I’m afraid to stay in my room.” I whined. “What …[ read more ]
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Don’t Make Me Pull This World Over!
Have you noticed how children often fear things that are not likely to hurt them and yet, have total disregard for actual dangers? Kids are afraid of the dark, alien invasions, sharks in the pool, getting sucked down the bathtub drain, and monsters under the bed. They will, however, run into traffic without a second …[ read more ]