Conflict Perspective

Posted on February 17, 2016 by vanessa

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It is not easy to know how to support our children through challenging moments — but luckily we have a lot of practice… daily. Our children demand attention, melt down at dinnertime and fight with siblings and peers. Little ones … Continue reading →

Rhythm for working parents

Posted on January 24, 2015 by vanessa

A mother recently wrote this comment: We are a young family; one 1-1/2 year old son. I have been going stir crazy for the last year feeling so stuck in the proverbial rat race of life. My New Year Resolution … Continue reading →

My 10 New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 29, 2014 by vanessa

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My husband is a carpenter. He has his own business. And has been slowly building our house over the years. He will decide on the next project — for example, built-in pantry shelves — and over a weekend, they will … Continue reading →

Falling into rhythm

Posted on September 19, 2013 by vanessa

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Summer often has this laid back, endless feel to it. Days on the beach. Potlucks. Guests visiting from out of town. Grilling out. Homemade icecream. Naptimes linger. Bedtime creeps later and later. Days stretch on when we spend very little … Continue reading →

The Gift in a Sneeze

Posted on January 22, 2013 by vanessa

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My family has had one illness after another for the last month. We were sick during visits from grandparents over the holidays. We were sick all of winter break. We were sick for New Year’s. And we have been sick … Continue reading →

Joy and Struggle

Posted on October 4, 2012 by vanessa

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Dear Ones, I am here for you. Dear Ones, I see you and I am happy. Dear Ones, I see that you have joy and that you struggle and that is why I’m here for you. Dear Ones, I have … Continue reading →

Rhythm

Posted on September 14, 2012 by vanessa

There was a time when society functioned in relationship to the sun – rising with the first light and going to sleep when it set at night, sleeping more in the winter during the dark months and less in the … Continue reading →

Becoming conscious of computer use

Posted on August 11, 2012 by vanessa

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It is such a huge support to me to connect with mothers and early childhood professionals on-line. I read articles and blog posts and I’m inspired by new ideas, research and real-life examples. I write and am reconnected to my … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: balance

Conflict Perspective

Rhythm for working parents

My 10 New Year’s Resolutions

Falling into rhythm

The Gift in a Sneeze

Joy and Struggle

Rhythm

Becoming conscious of computer use