The breakfast cast-off’s and dishes are piled by the kitchen sink so everything is touching but, nothing is actually stacked. It is an elaborate display left in the wake of kids rushing like a cresting wave out the front door for the last day of school.
They CAN Be Taught
This past year, I have learned one truth in mothering that has made me more optimistic than ever: My children can be taught, and I can teach them!
Spiritual Sundays: Seasons
Everywhere I turn in our home there are signs that a new season has arrived. While life is filled with many seasons, motherhood brings with it, its own seasons—each offering different experiences, challenges, and certainly changes.
The Rich Family
I know many families (and retailers) have already moved into the Christmas season, but we are still enjoying the benefits of Thanksgiving. I can’t think of a better segue into the Christmas season than that of expressing gratitude for blessings.
December Make A Difference Challenge: Children For Children Christmas Concert
This month’s challenge is a great way to teach your children to give instead of focusing on what they will get this Christmas. They will enjoy sharing their talents and their gift of giving will be a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season.
That’s Life
My friend is a new mom and it has not been an easy road for her. She is doing great but, she’s been having one issue right now and it’s been a big concern to her. So, I gave her the best advice I could.
What You See Is What You Get
I recently spent time with my beautiful spunky 89-year-old aunt. Despite losing her husband and then losing one of her daughters, my Aunt Ginny is one of the most optimistic people I know. She truly believes what she sees is what she gets.
The Science of Optimisn
Whether you’re a natural born optimist or a struggling pessimist like myself, cultivating optimism can be the difference between enduring motherhood and enjoying it.
Small and Simple Things
Because I suffer from depression, optimism doesn’t come easily for me. I’m always searching for ways to keep myself happy so I can focus on raising my children. I’ve found a few simple things that, if done daily, help me to stay optimistic.
Strike a Pose…
You’re probably asking yourselves what in the world we are doing…well, glad you asked.
No Planning Necessary
It was Columbus Day and I had somehow let this important holiday slip my mind. My kids were appalled that I didn’t have any plans on how we were going to celebrate this day. So, I quickly threw out: “Let’s go exploring like Columbus!”
A Great Time Doesn’t Happen By Accident
If our lives are so crammed full of soccer games, music lessons, and social functions how can we expect to have fun together? Great experiences don’t happen by accident. While you can’t force family fun, you do have to make a place for it.
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