Tag: motherhood
Of a Mother
Of a Mother The tears of a mother... who can define them? The heart of a mother... what can contain it? The hope of a mother... where does it reach its threshold? The joy a mother holds... who will question its power? The pride a mother feels... who can deny it? Excitement to see you, [...]
Does Erasing the Message Erase the Love?
As I came in the front door from being away with my husband for our 29th anniversary weekend at the lake, my daughter had just walked. She was on her way to her own vacation.
As you can see, she left a sweet note on my calendar...
This Is How I Parent in Times of Crisis
I have heard the question so many times... How do I parent in times of crisis? And... what do I tell the kids now?Americans are getting a crash course in parenting in 2020! YIKES
Here are 10 tips to incorporate into your parenting style during a crisis.
I Can’t “Turn You Over My Knee” ‘Cause You’re Over 18
Parenting adult children can be a joy and a challenge! My kids will get hurt, they will fall down, but I will be there to pick them up and always love them. It is no longer my job to discipline.
How Can I Learn a New Skill When my Brain is Supersaturated?
How can I learn a new skill when my brain is supersaturated? What does that mean anyhow? As an over 40 empty nester, am I somehow diminished in my capacity to learn?
When the Empty Nest Becomes a Syndrome
Let us explore the difference between empty nesting and empty-nest syndrome and start thinking about what you can do to avoid it.