8 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com MARCH | APRIL 2018 The Go-To Source for Parents of Kids Tweens to Twenties MARCH | APRIL CONTENTS goodLIFEfamily LIVE. LEARN. LAUGH. REPEAT. Everyefforthasbeenmadetoauthenticatetheinformationcontainedonthesepages.Shouldyoufindanerror,omissionorissuewiththecontent,pleasecontactus.Theopinionsandexpressionscontained herein are those of the myriad of specialists and of parents and children who were willing to offer their input, and are not necessarily endorsed or shared by the staff or ownership of Good Life Family or its parent company, SLP & Company, LLC. AND MUCH MORE! GOOD ADVICE 15 How to Motivate Struggling Readers 24 When is“Good Enough,”Enough? 4 steps to help your children discover their potential 26 Tips to Stop Codependent Parenting Dr. Dean Beckloff helps your kids thrive 51 College Planning Guide What to know before your kids go 67 Loving Hard-To-Love Parents Sage advice for the Sandwich Generation GOOD IDEAS 18 Refresh and Renew Take the time to be your best you 23 Spring Clean Your Life Inspiring advice and fresh ideas galore 29 Home & Garden Expert tips and trends to spruce up your home GOOD EATS 70 Good Eats Dining Guide GOODTIMES 59 Best Buddies Winter Formal Friendship is always in fashion 78 Community & Philanthropic Events GOODTO GO 25 Focus on Frisco 42 Last Minute Spring Break Staycations 57 Summer Camps & Programs Plan ahead for local and overnight adventures “You have to have a willingness to overcome obstacles.” Motivational Speaker, Jeff willie, Talks About His Commitment to Literacy and Earns Our VIP Award | Page 12 GOOD EMBRACE 68 NTPA Starcatchers Program Special needs kids get in on the act "Working in Frisco makes every aspect of life better." ONDA's Chris Oldner (Far Left) Pictured with law partners Jeff Anderson (Center) and Paul Hewett on why his firm chose Hall Park as its second location. | Page38