I met a first-time mother on the bus last week, and she left such an impression on me that I still find myself thinking of her. She had this strength about her that was so beautiful, and I could see the fierce love she carried for her little one. I also sensed that she was struggling.
Read moreMoms We Love to Hate →
Sometimes, I wonder if I’m one of those moms that are easy to hate. You know, one of those moms who love Pinterest, party planning and piñata making; the moms who do hot yoga and actually enjoy working out; the moms who pack organic, healthy, made-from-scratch lunches…most days. I guess I am one of those moms. But I don’t do those things to make you feel inadequate, and I don’t do them to drive you crazy. In fact, I don’t do them for you at all. I do them for me. The truth is, I found joy in those things long before I was a parent. And I find even more joy in them now, having little ones to cook, craft and create alongside me.
Read moreAwakening the Conscious Parent
It probably isn’t surprising to any of you that at this time of year I spend a lot of time reflecting on how I can deepen my relationship with my children and become a better parent. I’ve reflected on what I’ve improved at, what I want to get better at and habits I am desperate to change. I will share these with you over the coming months but not today. Although each of these areas is important, they alone will not transform my parenting. And if I may be so bold, I suggest they won't transform yours either.
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The Gift of Time →
December has arrived and with it the excitement and magic of the season. What has also arrived is the commercialism and materialism we’ve come to associate with the holidays. It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year – filled with giving, generosity and time spent with loved ones. However, for many of us, the holiday season has become a stress-inducing, frantic, consumption-driven whirlwind of a month…all wrapped up in a pretty bow.
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CHILDREN'S ARTWORK: holding on & letting go
When children create, they reveal a part of themselves, a glimpse into the way they see the world…and it’s beautiful. I need a way to hold on to that and to preserve the memory of the stage of development they were at when they created it. I am grateful for their art because it’s an expression of who they are, and it’s an expression of love. Although we can’t possibly keep every piece of artwork they create, we can hold on to those that are most special in a way that truly honors both the art and the artist.
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