DADS and MOMS of Michigan eNewsletter
February 2008
What a great start to 2008. We supported the Fathers Summit in Grand Rapids and the Midwest Fathers Conference in Farmington Hills. We were out in force at many of the Democratic and Republican primary campaigns promoting family education. We educate over 200 families each month and growing. Your volunteer efforts are incredible. New legislation was introduced on protecting families, however that is the mission of DADS of Michigan PAC. MOMS of Michigan and Dads and Moms University are growing. Join the parade.
It will not change until it changes for all of us. The best parent is both parents. It is affirmed by the U.S. Department of Human Services that A child’s Best Interest is both parents.
DADS and MOMS of Michigan has grown its focus on education to expand education programs around the state. We meet monthly with the Board of DADS and MOMS University and recruited more staff to teach classes. We have partnered with some new groups. For information and to help, call 248-559-DADS (3237). Sign up for our eNewsletter at www.dadsofmichigan.org
Dads and Moms University Presents
DADS OF MICHIGAN FAMILY FORUM
BIRMINGHAM COMMUNITY HOUSE,
380 S BATES, BIRMINGHAM,MI 48009
| 7:00 - 7:30: |
Dads Presentation |
| 7:30 - 8:30: |
Topic, Candidate Forum with Judge Candidates |
| 8:30 - 9:30: |
LEGAL ROUNDTABLE |
| For information, call 248-559 DADS (3237) |
March 4, 2008: 7:00 PM
2008 ANNUAL GALA AND AWARDS BANQUET, Saturday, March 15, 2008
Featured Speaker: Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Weaver
Westin Hotels & Resorts: 248-827-4000
1500 Town Ctr
Southfield, MI 48075, US
Open Bar from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Dinner at 7: 00 p.m.
Business Attire, Black Tie optional
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PREPARING PARENTS FOR RESPONSIBLE PARENTHOOD
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RE: DADS AND MOMS OF MICHIGAN ANNUAL GALA AND AWARDS BANQUET, March 15, 2008, SOUTHFIELD, MI
Dear Member, Friend, Supporter:
Today, much more research here and abroad unequivocally demonstrates that outcomes of children with involved parents include the behavioral aspects of reduced contact with the juvenile justice system/law enforcement, delays in initial sexual activity, and reduced domestic violence. Educational improvements include higher grade completion, greater mathematics and verbal strengths; while emotionally, children of involved fathers and mothers also exhibited greater stress tolerance, empathy, and moral sensitivity. Additional research found that children growing up in single-parent (mom or dad) families are twice as likely to develop serious psychiatric illnesses and addictions later in life...further demonstrating what our grandparents knew and most of us already intuitively know, that children really do need both of their biological parents to properly develop in life.
It has only been two decades since noted child psychologist, Michael Lamb, accurately described fathers as the "forgotten contributors of child development." For most of the last century, psychologist, child rearing experts, gender feminists, and the popular culture assumed that fathers were, at best, redundant with mothers and perhaps even irrelevant. The stereotypical view of many, and especially those within the human services agencies, courts, and the legislatures, was... the only adult with whom children have or need a significant relationship is their mother.
On behalf of our Board of Directors and gala committee, we graciously thank all those who have unselfishly volunteered their time and financial resources to promote our mission and cause. Thank you in advance to those who will answer our call for help in our important ongoing work by supporting our Annual Gala and Awards Banquet, Saturday, March 15th at the Westin Hotel in Southfield, Michigan. The children of Michigan and their families are indeed forever in your debt.
Our Annual Awards Banquet and Gala recognizes individual efforts for supporting and preserving family. Help us recognize this extraordinary work by purchasing tickets, or a table (8) and/or a program book advertisement for this exciting event? Please contact our ticket sales office at (248) 559-3237 or complete and mail in the enclosed order form today. We will recognize many distinguished contributors and advocates that promote families and children.
Sincerely,
DADS of Michigan
MOMS of Michigan
Oak Park Public Library
LaShon F. Williams
Sat., March 8th & 15th from 10:30a.m. – 1:30p.m
"Moving On! – Living Life to the Fullest After Divorce"
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Will host a 2-day Divorce Recovery Seminar
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Oak Park Public Library |
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"Through her experiences and personal growth, LaShon Williams shares with the reader, her well thought-out and sensible recommendations for how to rebuild and start over after divorce."
Dr. Terri Orbuch, The Love Doctor®
Moving ON! details the author’s experiences of heartache, anger, pain and how she overcame the stigma associated with divorce. It provides an understanding of the stages of divorce and offers recommendations to heal the pain of divorce or difficult relationship. If you are tired of the struggle and need help in moving on than you don’t want to miss this two day seminar.
Cost for this two-day seminar is $120 (includes a copy of the popular book Moving On!). Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. To register call (313) 617-3577.
For more information & registration form please email: lwm@divorcerecoverytoday.com
Moral relativity
One of the differences today between parents and their children is their view on the nature of truth. Most moms and dads think truth is something you discover. Many kids think truth is something you create (especially in the area of morality) and this view is known as "relativism."
Moral relativism has infected most movies, music, television shows and magazines. It’s the "that may not be right for you, but it’s right for me" philosophy. So how do you combat this?
First examine where your moral compass points to. Where do you put your faith? Second, strive to live consistently. The best lessons kids learn are caught, not taught. Third, have a conversation with your children and explain that they do not create their own moral reality. They are uniquely created and thus have a loving, moral obligation to their Creator.
Love their mother and father
On any battlefield throughout the world, you can hear injured and dying soldiers crying out for their mothers in their native tongue. It’s one of the few universal cultural norms. It’s understandable that the women who gave the GIs life and nurtured them would be foremost on their minds in the midst of agony. But let’s not forget fathers.
As fathers, we must recognize the essential power of our children’s mother. Kids are hard-wired to look to Mom for nurturing and support. They look for Dad for strength and risk. We have to be careful that we don’t disrespect her or him in front of the kids and end up alienated from one another. Wait until a private moment to handle significant disagreements and always hug and kiss her and him in front of your children.
Outside of sharing our faith, there’s no greater thing we can do for our kids than to love their mother and father.
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Fathers & Families: Advocacy for the Child-Father Bond
http://www.fathersandfamilies.org/site/index.php
Fathers & Families is a non-profit organization advocating for the right of every child to have two parents. Called by some a "fathers' rights organization," Fathers & Families is made up of men and women who believe that fathers are an essential part of a child's life and that divorce or separation should not change this. www.FathersandFamilies.org
DADS Merchandise
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Consider ordering some DADS merchandise for your favorite DAD this holiday season. Soon we will be adding MOMS merchandise. Sorry Moms, Stepparents and Grandparents, you are as important.
Dads and Moms of Michigan (www.dadsofmichigan.org) includes Dads of Michigan, Moms of Michigan, and Dads of Michigan PAC. These are volunteer responsible parenthood education organizations for fathers and mothers. They instruct on the importance of involved biological parents to the successful development of their children. Dads of Michigan PAC is an independent volunteer political advocacy group dedicated to legislation keeping both biological parents actively engaged in the lives of their children despite divorce and custody, in most instances. They believe men and women should be viewed equally under the law and their credo is: "fathers are responsible parents too...because the best parent is both parents." Dads of Michigan, the Michigan affiliate of the American Coalition for Fathers and Children, is also the developer of the Dads and Moms University of responsible education for teenage, divorced, and unmarried parents. This educational program employs several features to either directly or indirectly benefit nearly 2 million men, women, and grandparents and just under one-half million children each year in Michigan. For more information, please contact us at (248) 559-DADS (3237) or email info@dadsofmichigan.org.
DADS and MOMS of Michigan Code of Ethics and Business Conduct.
"Fathers are responsible parents too...because the best parent is both parents"
