It’s messy work staying calm.

As parents, we are ever familiar with the many skills and arms needed to manage our household and our emotional and physical health.  Whether you go to paid work or not this blog is the same for all parents on busy crazy days.  Regardless of our choices and circumstanc...

Every blade of grass has its angel that bends over it and whispers, 'Grow, grow.'” The Talmud

My Grandad was one of those. That angel that bent down and said grow, grow…

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

I wanted to be a Hairdresser and my big one time dream when I was a child was...

“Your child’s ability to make choices begins with your decision to offer them.  The more opportunity for your child to practice making the choices the more effective they get at making them.

Choose, decide and pick are three words that can be used to teach children that they are in control of thei...

No need for a drum roll... most of the lessons learned the hard way and through love and fear. Both worthy teachers.  

BE MYSELF - Authenticity. Learning to accept my own imperfections and share my vulnerability with my son helped me to be the best version of myself. It’s not easy, especially when ...

“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgement; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” Brené Brown

It’s not easy staying connected to your child when they are scream...

Who would have thought, one word would have such little impact.

When I first became aware of the little impact this word has, it threw me.  I had no idea how often I was using it, and how often it left me feeling more frustrated and annoyed.

The awareness of this word can have a huge impact on the...

What is parenting block? Think writers block, and you’re on the right track; it’s the same principles. Parenting block stops the natural flow, inspiration and creativity for parenting.

More specifically, ’parenting block’ is when you think you have no idea what you’re doing, what to do, why you’re ...

Babies eyes light up with the sound of music. They move, jiggle and find their inner joy.

So often, music is perceived as something extra that you can expose your children to once they have mastered life’s basic skills. In reality, music creates space in our lives, and allows greater opportunities ...

Our everyday happenings have the power to move us and create purpose and meaning. The research on happiness shows us that creating meaning around our lives can improve and enhance our wellbeing.

So... A cake you ask?

A Virtuous Cake!

A Virtuous Carrot Cake includes way more than just the ingredie...

“Giving is an expression of gratitude for our blessings.” –  Laura Arrillaga-Andreesen

Self-awareness is the greatest gift we can give children. The opportunity to reflect on the people that matter, the things they have and what is provided for them and things they do to contribute to the world.  E...

“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Patience is a character strength that helps us to slow down and practice mindfulness. It helps us work at our own natural pace. It allows us to respond to life’s challenges rather than react to them. Patience brings more love...

“Patience can’t be acquired overnight. It is just like building up a muscle. Every day you need to work on it.”  ~ Eknath Easwaran

Patience is a character strength that helps us to slow down and practice mindfulness. It helps us work at our own natural pace. It allows us to respond to life’s challe...