You Don't Have to Be a Perfect Parent Do you ever worry that you're just not getting the parenting thing right? This truthful and enlightening book from one Christian parent to another is filled with encouragement and time-tested techniques for anyone who wants to ensure the health and happiness of their own family. Jim Burns will be the first to tell you that no family is perfect-including his own. The 10 Building Blocks for a Happy Family emphasizes the heartening news that most parents do a good job of parenting but just don't know it. Here you'll find many personal stories from interviews with parents and experts on family relationships, covering almost every aspect of parenting-from helping your children deal with their stress to learning to play together as a family. When you learn the 10 essential principles for creating a happy, close-knit household, you'll discover a family that shines with love for God and one another!