"‘REAL’ Parenting is a lost art. I often wonder how my parents did it; how they put up with all our foolishness and mess! Spanking was only a ‘part’ of their process in correcting. We always KNEW they loved us despite the tough times. It’s not until I settle back into a reflective state that I can recall clearly those days of laughing, listening, loving, learning and yes…living. Now I know these are the good old days."