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I want you to think of a golden moment when your child or a child you help care for was very young — a time when you felt you were doing an amazing job as a caregiver, when you were … Continue reading
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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
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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
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Imagine someone grabs your hand right now and says, “It’s time to go.” He pulls you over to the door and begins forcing you into your jacket. You struggle to get free, but his grip is too strong. He gets … Continue reading
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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
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
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I was recently invited to speak at a breakfast fundraiser for Mother Mentors. Mother Mentors, a non-profit program on Whidbey Island, supports mothers, fathers, and primary caregivers of young children by matching families with volunteer mentors. Mentors typically visit families … Continue reading
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