Q. How do I go about getting a job? – 13-year-old Mary Jo’s Response: I’m glad you’re thinking ahead! In PA, people 14 and under may not be employed. Some jobs are available to 15-year-olds, but you must have a written ...
When I first wrote this column in 2005, I ran a feature where I shared wonderful teen activities. It was a vehicle for me to show our community a side of teens they may be missing. It’s been a while since I did so, but this week I feel our current teens have earned the affirmation. This ...
Last week’s column received several responses. Here are a few. Q. Your column last week made me think. My mom and dad split up when I was 10 and mom was alone for a while. Then she met and married my stepdad. I pushed back at her – and him – at first. I think I was just a scared ...
Q. I’m anxious about prom. This happens every year at this time. I’m a shy person. I do well enough in school. My grades are okay. My teachers don’t seem to mind if I’m quiet and keep to myself as long as I do my work. But socially, I’m not exactly popular. I have a few friends but ...
Q. The Olympics are over and I’m bored. I don’t know what to do with myself. It’s not really that the Olympics are over as much as my parents monitor my social media use on my phone and Chromebook. And I’m allowed to watch only the TV they approve – which is how I got so into the ...
Q. I saw your recent response to a parent and thought – I can ask my question too! I hope that’s okay. I’m the mom of a very inquisitive 5-year-old. When I say inquisitive, I mean there isn’t an hour of the day when I’m not asked something. I actually enjoy it. She keeps me on my ...
