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My family came up to visit for Mother's Day. I took my grand-children to our local park. They were having a great time climbing rope ladders, playing on all the curvy slides, and digging in the sand. I packed a picnic lunch and brought extra water … Read More »
Those who read my articles know that I am a proud grandmother. Together my husband and I have seven grandchildren, with a new bundle on the way. My youngest daughter is pregnant!She has been working on Cruise Ships for the past few years, as the … Read More »
There's an expression: "the calm before the storm," it can refer to a weather condition, a difficult time, or a situation that may get worse. When I was a young girl, I heard this from my father. The first time he said those words, I really thought … Read More »
My daughter has gone back to work after having her second baby. She was a wreck. She wept and told me she wished she could be home with her girls. "You got the chance to raise us and be home, and that's what I want too." As mothers do, I hugged her … Read More »
Recently I was telling my 3 year old grand-daughters a story about a lady bug. I told them, ... "Once upon a time, there was this little lady bug walking around on the ground. She looked up in the sky and saw the most beautiful, giant, red balloon. … Read More »
I want to be a good person. I don't need a lot of money. I don't need to be the center of attention. I don't need to be a version of what others think I should be. I just want to be me. I have loved being a mother. I want to be a good role model, … Read More »
I know, it's rare, but you know what? It does happen, every now and then. I was visiting my daughter who just had her second baby. A friend of hers stopped by and we got to talking about parenting. She was in her late twenties, married, with one … Read More »
I was lucky to have raised my children, back in the days where families shared fireworks, and block parties. We lived in a cul-de-sac. Every 4th of July family and neighbors pitched in and bought fireworks. Back when I was married, we splurged on … Read More »
Taking a walk around my daughters backyard the other day I couldn't help noticing all the caterpillars on a passion fruit vine. As I was holding my two and a half year old grand-daughter she said, "Gramma, that's a "yugly" bug. I put her down and … Read More »
It isn't in the way we dress or how we look. It isn't the car we drive or the things we have. It isn't the size of our home or the money in our bank account that defines a good parent, a mother.It is just you. It is the time you make for your … Read More »
You don't always see the results of how you raise your children until they are much older. Oh sure, you might see the child who is kind, shares well with others, has a good heart for the less fortunate, but the true person they will grow into emerges … Read More »
When I was a young girl, I remember how excited I was for Christmas to come. Oh sure there was the yummy cookies and desserts we got to bake, and eat. I remember how good it felt to decorate the house and light our candles. My parents played … Read More »
If you haven't taken a walk with your kids yet, now is the time. Make it a regular "thing to do." It's amazing what a walk can do for everyone. If you are fortunate enough to live where the trees leaves change color during this time of year, then … Read More »
When I read the newspaper or catch the news about the economic situation, it saddens me to know single mother's are hurting so badly. Not enough money to buy groceries, and if there is, maybe there aren't enough fruits and vegetables in your basket, … Read More »
You know how it feels when someone has hurt your feelings? When somebody close to you has been mean spirited? It hurts bad. Sometimes you want to get back at them, either by gossip or directly by hurting them back. Woman can be harder on one another … Read More »
When I was younger, I couldn't wait to be a mom. I would imagine cuddling my baby and would dream about my future. It was filled with images of love, tenderness and warmth. It was a dream I couldn't wait to fulfill. Then it happened. I was a mother … Read More »
I was watching a show the other night and it was a documentary on the homeless. I don't know about all of you, but I couldn't help but be inspired by their courage. Maybe some of you are facing this situation in your life. If you are, take note: You … Read More »
When my children were younger, around 5 and 6 years old, I started writing a chore list. With five young children, I knew it was important to teach them all, the value of responsibility. Of course when they were 1 and 1/2 and 2 years old, I taught … Read More »
In my childhood going to the library was a very big deal. We had books at home, but nothing like my collection is today. For my own children, before they got hooked on computers, the Library still played a significant role in their lives. For school … Read More »
How well do we understand how our fellow person is coping with their life? Are we available for a conversation? Do we go out of our way to ask? It's a very simple thing to do. Just start with, "how are you doing lately?" Your compassion and concern … Read More »
The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant (TEACH Grant) was created by the Congress in 2007 to provide up to $4,000 per year in grants to students, who plan on teaching in public or private elementary or secondary … Read More »
