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Yesterday morning I gathered with a group of mothers to share stories of courage. We were also invited to share an object that represents courage to us to be placed on an altar created for our Waldorf school’s Michaelmas festival. … Continue reading
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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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Yesterday we celebrated my second child’s 3rd birthday. He choose his favorite dinner to eat — pasta with sausage and a salad. We made a yellow cake with chocolate frosting and green m&ms (his favorite color and his only request … Continue reading
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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
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I was recently a part of an on-line conversation about the challenges of being a parent. It reminded me of a discussion I had with another mother last summer about how to respond to conflict with your preschool child. I … Continue reading
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What does it mean to be faithful? Faithful to our partner, faithful to our children, faithful to our friends, faithful to ourselves? The definition of faithful includes being steadfast in affection, loyal, constant, reliable and trusted. It means continuing to … Continue reading
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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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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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