Mar 17, 2024
Last week I shared information about Sparks and how valuable they can be in building child-parent relationships. I also shared my big failure when it came to one of my grandsons Sparks. Let’s have a quick review.
In my book Becoming a Present Parent I wrote that the value of seeing your child’s Sparks is that...
Mar 10, 2024
In my book Becoming a Present Parent I wrote that the value of seeing your child’s Sparks is that it’s a wonderful way to get Present with your child. It’s powerful not only in helping them love learning but also in creating tighter relationships.
Over the next few months, I want to share some examples of how I,...
Feb 25, 2024
Every mother struggles to bring all that she has to the family table. We all want to teach our children to be kind, to have manners, to be honest, to do their chores, to share, and on and on. We also want to teach skills that can help them as adults. We desire to encourage them to develop talents for the joy of it. It...
Feb 4, 2024
I recall getting an email from a very harried mom with a three-year-old. I laugh about it still because I can relate!
“YIKES!! My three-year-old wants me to help him with everything!! I need some activities and games for small children!”
Not long after, I got an email from a mom who was homeschooling. She loved...
Jan 21, 2024
Life as a single parent is a challenging journey, but it can also be filled with growth, resilience, and moments of joy. I have a daughter navigating this path, and it can be both painful and joyous watching her and her children as they move through this new territory. To manage well requires a blend of practical...