Accepting Imperfection
Sometimes we get a little too obsessed with perfection. Perfect children, perfect dinner, perfect schedule, and (of course) a perfectly clean and organized home. Then we look at reality! Here's my new definition of perfection.
Kelli Fletcher: Lighten up! Laugh! and Patience!
At the age of 8, I was involved in a tubing accident that left me profoundly deaf. One of my dreams as a young girl was to become a mother and I wondered what kind of impact my deafness would have raising my children.
The Blindfolded Mommy
Family goals and family games can help us feel appreciated and most of all, loved.
Sometimes…
Sometimes all you can do is lower your expectations, go with the flow, and embrace reality with all its rough, raw edges.
Lower Expectations = More Happiness
As moms, we think, “This is going to be a wonderful day – I'm going to get all this stuff done and have magical moments with my children...” and we end up disappointed somewhere along the way. While it's great to be positive, it's also great to be realistic!
Update on Loyalty and Dependability: Resolving To Be Dependable
Megan Stewart offers great ideas to help you teach the values of dependability and loyalty. Plus, she announces a special giveaway!
Wonder if You Can Keep On Going?
Life has its ups and downs, but this heart-wrenching ride has taught me about acceptance, courage, and that it’s okay to pretend.
Books and Charts To Stop The Fighting
Although watching people fight seems to be a national past time (on TV, in political debates, and all over the tabloids), I don't know a single person who enjoys the fighting at home. Sometimes it feels like there's no hope in sight. (But there is . . . keep reading.)
Bless this Mess
With four children and lots of responsibilities between me and my husband, life often moves too fast for us to stay on top of the stuff in our house 100 percent. My thought: In order to love the mess that is your house, all you need to do is focus on its beauty.
Kindness
Pregnancy is filled with joy and anticipation. It can also be brimming with nausea, heartburn, and aching joints. My pregnancies fell mostly in the latter category. Here begins the tale of two pregnancies.
What to Accept About Our Children – Episode 26
What if your habits, preferences, or ideas clash with a child's? How do you decide when to accept that particular behavior of theirs (even if it conflicts with yours) and when to try to change that behavior?
Are You Depressed?
Are you depressed? If so, you’re not the only one. In fact, the third Monday of every January (this coming week) has been dubbed “Blue Monday” since 2005. Just check out this article to see how you can put the "blues" behind you.
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