
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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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
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Anna Tardos, a child psychologist at the Pikler Institute in Budapest, shared, at a course on conflict and the young child, the difference between “red rules” and “pink rules.” It was such a simple thing but it has made a profound impact on how … Continue reading
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This week I attended a talk on “Constancy and Change on the Path of Parenting” presented by Holly Koteen-Soulé. Holly was a Waldorf kindergarten teacher and parent/ child leader for 25 years. She has been involved in teacher education at Sound … Continue reading
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High and blue the sky trees are very tall Wild geese flying seem so small See on silent wing in flocks they go Never parting from the single row We go through the land, like the wild geese band Brothers … 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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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
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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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