Mistakes–I make a lot of them. My kids do too. Mistakes are part of being a family. The learning we do within our homes is full of trial and error. How would I have ever learned the difference between powdered sugar and flour if I hadn’t accidentally made a loaf of banana bread using…
Simple Ways to Speak Unconditional Love to Your Child
Last week my husband and I were out of town for a few days. Just before we left, I received a note from my daughter. She finished her thoughts with this simple line: “Thank you for being you.” I was so touched. It wasn’t thank you for driving me to school, fixing my dinner,…
Parenting With Heart: The One Tool You Must Have
With busy schedules, mounting societal pressures to perform, and an abundance of distractions, parenting can be a tough job. Everyone, experienced or not, has an opinion on how children should be raised and quickly offer solutions. We can easily become overwhelmed and lose confidence as we drown in a swirling pool of voices and expectations. …
Honoring Mothers and Preparing for Summer through Self Care
It’s Mother’s Day week so let’s celebrate the hard work we do each day. Here’s a big shout out to all women who give so much. First, a couple of videos to share. I share these with my family as a subtle reminder of how awesome I am and how they get to take care…
It’s Time To Share
I love to learn and grow. The process of growth is often painful, but it’s always been worth it for me. Sometimes the fear of what others think has held me back. It’s time to set aside those fears and share the gifts of learning I see everyday. No–I’m not sharing everyday! Yeesh, I’d make…