Hey mama, you’re not alone: Dealing with the pain behind pregnancy loss
In a
perfect worldGrowing up I always just assumed I would get married and fall pregnant easily and that I would carry full term, perfect babies. I never once feared...
With all due respect…
R.E.S.P.E.C.TIn my previous post I began looking at four qualities that are found in people of character: Integrity, Respect, Honesty, and Compassion. Last time the focus was on the...
Moms need time out too
What do you mean us moms need "time out?" Time out for what? For loving on our kids too much, for running around like a mad woman after them,...
How to slow down and be more present
This weekend past, I made it my personal mission to slow down and be more present with my family. This meant I was intentional about engaging in active play...
What are the foundations of your life?
We all know foundations are important. They are what support buildings and houses. Without them, buildings would crumble. But what are the foundations of your life? Did you know...
Raising kids who care for the environment
Parents have a mammoth job. The responsibility of instructing another individual on how to be a fully functioning, well-rounded member of the human race is no mean feat! There...
We don’t want children (and that’s okay!)
My wife and I love children. We also love being able to give them back to their parents at the end of the day.And that makes us weird somehow....
Integrity begins with you, mom
The Man in the MirrorOne of the aspects I love most about being a parent is the unexpected things children bring into your life and the way they challenge...
What should your kids be snacking on?
School holidays are just around the corner and if your children are anything like mine one of the biggest challenges you will face is the need for a never-ending...
Parents vs Teachers
I was sitting in a meeting with a group of teachers that were discussing issues that they feel they are facing within the classroom, both from the students, as...