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I came across the best little gem the other day: Now you may be wondering if I’m trying broadcast that I’m an awesome mother, or a bad friend?? Well it depends who you ask?! Maybe I’m both. Or neither. What … Continue reading
Category Archives: raising kids
Over the past few weeks, we have had some experiences where the statement “It’s complicated” has entered the conversation. The first time it was uttered, was when Rob was having a heated conversation about a situation his children had been … Continue reading
“Fear can be overcome by preparation and faith”. I want my kids to be able to think. I mean really think. I mean – critically think. I mean to question things. Question motives, question rationale, use logic, and reasoning. Seek … Continue reading
My boys all wore ties to church this past week. I wish I had thought to take a picture of them in their shirt and ties. They looked so grown up. It’s not like I haven’t seen them like this … Continue reading
One of the benefits of working as a therapist is you sometimes get to see things a bit more objectively, and then give some advice that might actually be hard advice to follow if you were emotionally attached to the … Continue reading
So this year Gabe starts high school. He has had lots of transitions academically over the past few years, and has done very well. When I first met him, he was in grade 4 and not doing so hot. I … Continue reading
I was so saddened to hear about the death of Stephen Covey a couple of weeks ago. I remember seeing him speak when I was much younger and being so impressed. Then over the years I have read some of … Continue reading
As our kids get older, I find I’m hearing Rob say a lot, “Let’s try to make this into a teaching moment too” when something, or usually, someone, gets into a little bit of hot water. I guess sometimes my … Continue reading
It’s weird being a Step Mom in so many ways – especially when your memories of your step children start quite abruptly at whatever stage of life they were in when you met them. It’s not this gradual growing up … Continue reading
My kids recently watched a little video about “Daring to Stand Alone”. The key concept being, don’t be afraid to stand up for what you think is right. Often times, you will see, you aren’t even alone; others will often … Continue reading